Production Baker II - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Daily Pay

Salt & Straw; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Everyday Pay: access to earned wages

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Team member discount

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Salt & Straw is seeking a Production Baker II for our Central Kitchen of Oregon (CKOR) in Portland, OR. The role supports daily production and ensures quality, following recipes and managing projects from start to finish.

You will measure ingredients, operate baking equipment, and maintain food safety standards while collaborating with the Bake, Spin, and Production teams. Prior baking experience is preferred, with strong attention to detail and reliable performance.

Qualifications

• Have at least 1 year of experience working in commercial food preparation.
• Have a minimum of 6 months baking experience.
• Ability to follow detailed recipes and production procedures.
• Strong counting and math skills for accurate measuring, scaling, and portioning.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe specifications provided by the R&D team and execute batches according to the daily production schedule.
• Take ownership of assigned daily projects including ingredient organization, workflow execution, and project completion.
• Accurately measure, portion, and weigh ingredients.
• Operate baking equipment and follow recipe instructions to ensure proper timing, baking, and product quality.
• Adhere to GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and allergen-handling procedures.
• Identify and troubleshoot basic production issues while escalating concerns appropriately.
• Complete ingredient tracking sheets, work orders, and required production documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while assisting with End-of-Day production tasks.
• Demonstrate basic techniques and provide guidance to junior team members as needed.
• Accurately enter production completion data and quantities into NetSuite.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow precise recipes

Mathematical accuracy

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Salt & Straw is seeking a Production Baker II for our Central Kitchen of Oregon (CKOR) in Portland, OR. The role supports daily production and ensures quality, following recipes and managing projects from start to finish.

You will measure ingredients, operate baking equipment, and maintain food safety standards while collaborating with the Bake, Spin, and Production teams. Prior baking experience is preferred, with strong attention to detail and reliable performance.