Part Time Baker Position

Allergy Free Baking Company; Morrison (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing family bakery in Morrison is seeking a passionate Baker to join their team part-time. The role involves baking a variety of bread products and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Ideal candidates should have experience in a bakery or extensive home baking, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers a friendly work environment with opportunities to contribute to the bakery culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional bakery or restaurant experience required.
• Knowledge and experience with bread baking required.

Responsibilities

• Baking products such as sandwich breads, rolls, and bagels.
• Preparing doughs by weighing ingredients and shaping various bread types.
• Ensuring proper baking times and following recipes accurately.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Positive Attitude

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

BAKERY DESCRIPTION:

Founded in 2018, Allergy Free Baking Company (AFBC) is a dedicated gluten, dairy, nut and soy bakery, with options of egg and corn free, specializing in flavorful and unique baked goods that everyone can enjoy. We are a locally owned, growing family business that is passionate about baking with natural and wholesome alternatives so as to serve those who otherwise are not able to enjoy baked goods.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a passionate Baker to join our small team, on a part time basis. As a Baker, you will spend most of your time baking products like sandwich breads, rolls, baguettes, bagels, cinnamon rolls, pretzel bites, brownies and sweet breads. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking, especially breads, and have a keen eye for detail. You will also spend time, cleaning dishes, pans and workspace, and various team-shared tasks. 1+ year experience in a bakery or restaurant is required OR extensive home baking experience. Knowledge and experience of baking breads commercially or at home is a must. You must have excellent organizational and communication skills, and you should be able to join a joyful environment of cooperation and teamwork.

This position will report to the Bakery Owner/Manager. This position will be a part time position. Shifts consist of Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:30am-2:30pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Baking products such as sandwich breads, rolls, baguettes, bagels, cinnamon rolls, pretzel bites and sweet breads

Preparing doughs by weighing ingredients

Shaping various bread types (sandwich, rolls, baguettes, bagels, cinnamon rolls, pretzel bites)

Boiling bagels and pretzel bites

Monitoring various oven temperatures

Ensuring proper baking times

Following recipes accurately

Clean dishes, pans, and workspace

Keep workspace and bakery organized and efficient

Interact with Owner/Manager, fellow staff members and customers kindly

Occasionally assist customers

QUALIFICATIONS:

1+ years of professional bakery or restaurant experience is required OR extensive home baking experience. Knowledge and experience with bread baking required. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate:

Experience and knowledge with bread dough and shaping various bread types, gluten free bread baking knowledge is a plus

Ability to follow recipes accurately and make adjustments when needed

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Excellent organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Positive attitude and desire to be part of a fun and friendly team

Capacity to build personal relationships of trust and respect with owners, manager, colleagues, and customers

A strong work ethic, humble manner, and demonstrated willingness to go above and beyond when necessary

Ability to interact with customers positively

A desire and ability to effectively contribute to bakery culture and value practical wisdom, excellence, integrity, hard work, and conviviality

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Send an email with your interest in the position and highlight of your professional and/or personal achievements that have particular relevance to your ability to perform the role’s duties with excellence to Owner/Manager at: [e-mail]. Or call Elizabeth at 720-572-7838.