Overnight Bakery Specialist: Fresh Breads & Pastries

MERA Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

MERA Corporation is seeking an Overnight Baker / Prep Cook to produce breads, bagels, pastries, and other baked goods for multiple units. You will follow recipes, manage overnight production, and ensure products are ready for morning service with attention to safety and cleanliness.

The role requires measuring ingredients, operating bakery equipment, and coordinating with opening teams to finish prep on time while maintaining quality and par levels.

Qualifications

• Previous commercial baking and food preparation experience.
• Able to measure ingredients accurately and follow recipes.
• Knowledge of dough preparation, proofing, and baking methods.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen handling.
• Ability to meet production deadlines and work independently.
• Airport security badge requirement awareness.

Responsibilities

• Review prep lists and organize work to meet morning service deadlines.
• Measure ingredients, follow recipes, batch sizes and portions.
• Mix, knead, shape, proof, and bake doughs and batters according to recipes.
• Prepare breads, bagels, pastries, and other baked products.
• Monitor proofing times, temperatures, and baking durations for quality and consistency.
• Operate ovens, mixers, scales, knives and other kitchen equipment safely.
• Label, date, store, and package products; maintain designated prep areas.
• Provide clear handoffs to opening teams and communicate shortages.

Skills

Baking

Food prep

Food safety

Time management

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma

Culinary coursework

Job description

MERA Corporation is seeking an Overnight Baker / Prep Cook to produce breads, bagels, pastries, and other baked goods for multiple units. You will follow recipes, manage overnight production, and ensure products are ready for morning service with attention to safety and cleanliness.

The role requires measuring ingredients, operating bakery equipment, and coordinating with opening teams to finish prep on time while maintaining quality and par levels.