Multi-Dept Commissary Producer (Pastry/Kitchen)

Grand Central Bakery; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Grand Central Bakery is seeking a Commissary Float to support daily production across pastry, kitchen, expediting, receiving, and inventory. The role requires flexibility to move between stations, communicate with leads, and maintain clean, food-safe work areas.

This entry-level position offers $23.58 per hour with comprehensive benefits and full-time hours, including weekend availability. You will rotate through departments, assist with packing, labeling, stocking, and quality checks while

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required; English/Spanish bilingual preferred
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times.
• Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time. May be required to work a variety of days and shifts to meet business needs including weekends and holidays.
• Basic math skills required
• Professional experience as a prep cook required, with both kitchen and pastry experience preferred
• Computer skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word or comparable programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation in all assigned areas.
• Demonstrates competency in entry-level production stations throughout Commissary Pastry, Commissary Kitchen, and Expo operations.
• Rotates between departments (Kitchen, Pastry, Expo) as assigned and adapts quickly to changing production needs.
• Uses recipes, production sheets, checklists, and training resources to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Meets established quality, accuracy, and pace expectations.
• Takes an active role in quality control by identifying and communicating product concerns.
• Understands and follows established production standards, portion standards, pack sizes, and product specifications.
• Assists with scaling, mixing, finishing, packing, labeling, staging, and order fulfillment activities as assigned.
• Assists with cold preparation, light oven work, slicing, packing, ingredient preparation, and inventory organization as assigned.
• Assists Expo operations by verifying product quality, accuracy, counts, labeling, packaging, and order readiness. Maintains accurate product counts and communicates shortages, overages, or quality concerns.
• Assists with receiving deliveries, organizing storage areas, rotating inventory, and maintaining proper product dating and storage practices.
• Assists with Dishwashing duties as needed to support all departments
• Uses preparedness skills to leave workstations organized and ready for the next shift.
• Communicates critical information to Leads and Managers in a timely manner, including: Equipment issues, Supply concerns, Maintenance or cleaning needs, Product shortages, Quality concerns and trends
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of seasonal products, limited-time offerings, and production priorities.
• Understands final product expectations and can communicate quality standards.
• Understands the impact of waste and product loss on departmental financial goals.
• Follows all food safety requirements, including GMP, HACCP, allergen awareness, sanitation standards, and food defense procedures at all times.
• Works collaboratively with Pastry, Kitchen, Shipping, and Leadership teams to support daily production goals.
• Assists with cleaning and sanitation responsibilities throughout the facility.
• Provides support for special projects and other production-related duties as assigned.
• Provides as needed coverage in Commissary Pastry, Commissary Kitchen, Commissary Expediting.

Skills

English literacy

Math skills

Prep cook experience

Regular attendance

Computer skills

Tools

Dishwasher chemicals

Floor mixers

Automated production equipment

Office computers

Job description

Grand Central Bakery is seeking a Commissary Float to support daily production across pastry, kitchen, expediting, receiving, and inventory. The role requires flexibility to move between stations, communicate with leads, and maintain clean, food-safe work areas.

This entry-level position offers $23.58 per hour with comprehensive benefits and full-time hours, including weekend availability. You will rotate through departments, assist with packing, labeling, stocking, and quality checks while