Production Baker II

Salt & Straw; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Everyday Pay

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

Career development & tuition support

Team Member Discount

Job summary

Salt & Straw in Portland's Central Eastside is seeking a Production Baker II to support our CKOR facility. You will execute recipes, portion and weigh ingredients, operate baking equipment, and ensure food safety and quality across daily production.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in commercial food prep, 6 months baking, strong math, and the ability to follow precise recipes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in commercial food preparation.
• Minimum 6 months baking experience.
• Ability to follow precise recipes and instructions with strong counting/math skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe specifications and bake batches according to the schedule.
• Organize ingredients, workflow, and complete projects on time.
• Accurately measure, portion, and weigh ingredients.
• Operate baking equipment and ensure correct timing and quality.
• Maintain GMPs, sanitation, and allergen handling procedures.
• Document production data and quantities in NetSuite.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Production Baker II - Production KitchenFull-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt) $19.60 - $21.77Salt & Straw is looking for Production Bakers to support our Central Kitchen of Oregon (CKOR) production facility located in Portland’s Central Eastside.The Production Baker II is an intermediate-level role on the Bake team, building on the skills and responsibilities of a Production Baker I while helping produce inclusions, variegates, and MOMs used throughout our finished ice cream products. This role is responsible for executing recipes accurately, organizing daily projects, supporting production flow, and ensuring products meet Salt & Straw’s quality and food safety standards. Production Baker II team members are expected to take ownership of their assigned projects from start to finish while supporting efficient daily production.What Salt & Straw Production Bakers DoFollow recipe specifications provided by the R&D team and execute batches according to the daily production scheduleTake ownership of assigned daily projects including ingredient organization, workflow execution, and project completionAccurately measure, portion, and weigh ingredientsOperate baking equipment and follow recipe instructions to ensure proper timing, baking, and product qualityAdhere to GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and allergen-handling proceduresIdentify and troubleshoot basic production issues while escalating concerns appropriatelyComplete ingredient tracking sheets, work orders, and required production documentation accuratelyMaintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while assisting with End-of-Day production tasksDemonstrate basic techniques and provide guidance to junior team members as neededAccurately enter production completion data and quantities into NetSuiteThis Role Might Be Right If You:Have at least 1 year of experience working in commercial food preparationHave a minimum of 6 months baking experienceHave strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise recipes and instructionsHave strong counting and math skills for accurate measuring, scaling, and portioningAre able to work efficiently and stay organized within a fast-paced production environmentCommunicate clearly and work collaboratively across Bake, Spin, and Production teamsCan uphold high standards of food safety, sanitation, product quality, and efficiencyAre comfortable operating a variety of commercial kitchen and baking equipmentCan follow detailed recipe specifications and production proceduresAre reliable, consistent, and comfortable working around food allergens and within refrigerated/freezer environmentsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredWhat You’ll GetEveryday Pay: Optional access to earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility.Monday - Friday work schedule. 4 day, 10 hour shifts from 6:30 am - 5:00 pm401(k) with Company Match: Eligible after 3 months of service, with automatic enrollment and a 50% company match on deferrals, up to 1% of pay.Paid Time Off: Accrues starting at approximately 2 weeks per year, increasing with tenure.Sick Leave: Forty hours provided after 30 days of employment plus ongoing accrual based on hours worked.Paid Holidays: Twelve paid holidays annually.Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage: Available beginning the first of the month following your start date.Career Development & Tuition Assistance: Career growth opportunities and up to $1,800/year in education reimbursement for eligible programs.Team Member Discount: Enjoy a 30% discount on our handmade ice cream and merchandise.Additional Voluntary Benefits: Including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, commuter benefits, and pet insurance.Wage TransparencyThe anticipated hiring range for this position is $19.60 - $21.77. The broader compensation range of $19.60 - $23.95 reflects future earning growth within the role over time.Important NotesFood Allergy Warning: This role involves working in an environment where common food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, wheat, seafood) are present.Equal Employment Opportunity: Salt & Straw is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provides equal opportunity to all applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or background.E-Verify Participation: We participate in E-Verify to confirm work authorization.Our ValuesCreate the UnbelievableShow Up GenerouslyAct with Thoughtful CuriosityShare Human KindnessMake It CountThese values guide everything we do — from the way we scoop, to how we show up for our guests, teammates, and communities.