Head Baker

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center; East Thetford (VT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

403(b) retirement plan

20% discount at farmstand and café

Job summary

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center in East Thetford, Vermont, is looking for a Head Baker to lead its bakery team. This seasonal position involves crafting high-quality pastries and breads, emphasizing Vermont’s local ingredients.

The ideal candidate will have professional baking experience, strong organizational skills, and a love for sustainable baking practices. Compensation is hourly, with a pay range of $20-22/hour plus benefits including paid leave and discounts.

Qualifications

• Prior professional bread and pastry experience required.
• Able to manage a fast-paced kitchen with attention to detail.
• Comfortable with early mornings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee morning baking.
• Collaborate on new seasonal baked goods.
• Develop weekly baked specials and farmstand contributions.
• Manage ingredient inventory and source suppliers.
• Lead and schedule baking assistants.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety protocols.
• Incorporate sustainability into baking practices.

Skills

Professional baking experience

Organizational skills

Creativity in baking

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Positive attitude

Job description

Seasonal, through December
40 hrs/wk

Join our passionate team at Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center, where we grow, cook, and serve organic, seasonal food with care. Our on-site farmstand and Hello Café offer fresh, farm-made baked goods daily, featuring local and organic ingredients-many sourced directly from our own fields!

We’re looking for a Head Baker to lead our small but dynamic bakery team in crafting high-quality pastries, breads, and other baked goods that celebrate the flavors of the season. This position is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced baker who is eager to work in a farm-to-fork environment and showcase Vermont’s local and seasonal bounty through creative, high-quality baking.

Because we’d like to have someone on board as soon as possible, we’re especially interested in hearing from candidates who are available to start within the next few weeks.

Responsibilities

• Daily Baking & Production – Prepare and oversee the morning bake, ensuring a consistent, high-quality selection of pastries, scones, cookies, breads, and more for the farmstand and café.
• Recipe Development – Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to create new seasonal baked goods that highlight our farm’s organic produce, from fruit-filled tarts to savory hand pies.
• Menu Planning – Work with the kitchen team to develop weekly and monthly baked specials, as well as contributions for our farm’s Prepared Food CSA and farmstand offerings.
• Inventory & Sourcing – Manage ingredient inventory, minimize waste, and work with local suppliers to source high-quality, organic, and sustainable baking ingredients.
• Kitchen & Staff Management – Lead and schedule baking assistants, ensuring efficiency, teamwork, and skill-building in the kitchen.
• Food Safety & Cleanliness – Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, following all health and safety protocols.
• Creativity & Community – Engage with the farm’s mission by incorporating sustainability into baking practices, embracing seasonality, and bringing fresh ideas to the table!

Qualifications

• Prior professional bread, pastry, or kitchen experience is required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining attention to detail.
• A creative and flexible approach to seasonal baking, with a love for working with fresh, organic ingredients.
• Comfortable working early mornings and weekends; this is a full-time, seasonal position (5 days/week, including weekends).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• A positive attitude and passion for farm-to-fork baking!

Compensation

This is an hourly position with benefits including paid leave, a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer safe harbor match, fresh produce, a 20% discount at our farmstand and café, and access to an employee assistance program. Pay range is $20-22/hour, depending on qualifications.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume through our online employment application.

We’re excited to welcome a new Head Baker to our team and hope to have someone in place within the next 2–3 weeks. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Cedar Circle Farm is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pre-employment background checks are required for individuals aged 18 and older.