Overnight Artisan Bread Baker – Sourdough & Brioche

Scratch Bakery Cafe, LLC; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Scratch Bakery Cafe, LLC is seeking an experienced Bread Baker to join our overnight production team at our Laguna Hills facility, crafting sourdough loaves, baguettes, buns, and other scratch-made breads. You will operate ovens and mixers, manage dough fermentation, and maintain safety and cleanliness while delivering high-quality products for our neighborhood bakery.

This role requires at least 3 years of professional bread baking experience and the ability to lift 50 lbs in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 3+ years professional bread baking experience, artisan preferred.
• Fermentation, hydration, shaping, and scoring techniques.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Mix, shape, proof, and bake a variety of scratch-made breads (sourdough, baguettes, buns, focaccia, brioche, etc.). Maintain consistent product quality, appearance, and freshness.
• Operate ovens, mixers, proofers, and other bakery equipment safely and efficiently.
• Manage dough fermentation schedules and temperature controls.
• Ensure a clean and sanitary workspace in compliance with food safety standards.
• Follow recipes and portioning standards precisely.
• Communicate with pastry and café teams for coordinated production.
• Assist with prep work and mise en place for following shifts when needed.
• Be punctual and dependable for overnight production flow.

Skills

Bread baking

Oven operation

Food safety & sanitation

Team communication

Job description

Scratch Bakery Cafe, LLC is seeking an experienced Bread Baker to join our overnight production team at our Laguna Hills facility, crafting sourdough loaves, baguettes, buns, and other scratch-made breads. You will operate ovens and mixers, manage dough fermentation, and maintain safety and cleanliness while delivering high-quality products for our neighborhood bakery.

This role requires at least 3 years of professional bread baking experience and the ability to lift 50 lbs in a fast-paced