Lead Baker

Dibellas; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

5-day Mon-Fri work week

Opportunity for advancement

Paid vacation within first year

Health benefits

Free shift meals

Off duty meal discounts

No fryer's

Job summary

DiBella’s is seeking a Lead Baker to start early, bake our signature Italian bread, and deliver friendly customer service. The role requires reliability, the ability to work with a team, and adherence to health and safety standards.

Position offers a 5-day work week with paid vacation, health benefits, and shift meals. Join a bakery-focused team and pursue opportunities for advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Punctuality and dependability for early shifts.
• Friendly, upbeat customer service.
• Ability to bake and maintain bread quality.
• Ability to multitask during rush periods.
• Clear communication with customers and coworkers.
• Read and follow the DiBella’s Bread Manual.
• Follow Health Department standards.
• Willingness to learn and increase product knowledge.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Bake bread daily according to the Bread Manual.
• Follow par lists for daily production.
• Keep bakery clean and organized.
• Operate safety equipment to ensure safety.
• Prepare and serve menu items.
• Set up deli products such as cheeses, meats, breads and condiments.
• Prepare hot and cold sandwiches on customer request.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness of grills, deli counter and storage areas.
• Develop a pace to handle heavy rushes.
• Comply with Health Department regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by managers.
• Willingness to increase product knowledge over time.

Skills

Punctuality

Customer service

Bread baking

Multitasking

Communication

Safety compliance

Job description

First Job? No problem! No experience needed for restaurant crewmembers.

Great first job. Teens Welcome

Discounted Shift Meals

Off Duty Employee Discounts

No Fryers

Paid Training

Jeans friendly uniform policy

Tired of smelling like a French Fry when you go home, rather smell like delicious bread.

At DiBella’s our bread is the most important item we produce. The bread must look and taste great for every one of our loyal guests. The key to this is the person baking the bread on a daily basis. The morning baker candidate must possess the dedication to bake our bread the DiBella’s way every time.

Our fresh, crispy Italian bread at DiBella’s is at the very core of our business.

We started the brand based on our bread and we cannot do business without bread

in our stores. It is the most important thing we do. There is just something about fresh

baked bread that reminds people of home and comfort.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Baker’s day begins early in the morning (exact times vary). Punctuality, dependable transportation and a can do attitude is a major factor in qualifying for this position.

When not carrying out the bakers specific responsibilities, the baker must also provide excellent, friendly, upbeat customer service while preparing and serving a wide variety of food products and complete shift duties.

Our full time Lead Baker position enjoys:

• Competitive weekly pay


• 5-day Mon-Fri work week


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid vacation within the first year (requires full time)


• Health benefits (requires full time)


• Free shift meals


• Off duty meal discounts


• No fryer's

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Bake the best bread possible using the procedures in the DiBella’s Bread Manual


• Follow the locations par list for the amount to bake on a daily basis


• Keep the bakery clean and organized and report any equipment deficiencies.


• Utilize all safety equipment provided to ensure crew and guest safety.


• Prepare and serve menu items according to portion guidelines.


• Properly set up deli products/items such as cheeses, meats, breads, condiments, sauces, napkins, and wrap paper.


• Prepare hot and cold sandwiches at the customer's request.


• Display excellent customer service at all times.


• Ensure cleanliness of grills, deli counter, counter sink, and more.


• Develop a work pace sufficient to handle heavy rushes.


• Maintain customer viewed areas and food storage areas in sanitary, orderly condition meeting Health Department standards.


• Comply with Health Department Regulations.


• Willingness to increase product knowledge over time.


• Perform any other duties as assigned by the managers.

Some Position Specifics:

• Required frequently: standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as the baking manual.


• Ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task, balance friendliness with efficiency, and maintain focus.


• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.

DiBella’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.