Retail Baker

Fresh Baguette; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 90 days

Dental insurance after 90 days

Paid time off (Full-Time)

Employee discount 40%

401K and 401K match

Free lunch

Anniversary gift card

Job summary

Fresh Baguette in the Washington, DC area is hiring for full-time or part-time baker roles across our bakery cafes. You will deliver friendly service, bake breads, operate the register, and help customers pair products with meals in a fast-paced setting.

We value integrity, teamwork, and a passion for great coffee and baked goods. Benefits include health/dental insurance after 90 days, PTO for full-time staff, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in cafe, bakery, or hospitality is preferred.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Open availability including weekends and holidays.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly and prompt customer service.
• Handle cash and credit transactions at the register.
• Offer product recommendations to enhance customer experience.
• Bake breads and pastries to quality standards.
• Prepare products for next day baking schedule.
• Maintain organization of freezer and fridge areas.
• Pack delivery items and ensure proper storage.
• Set up attractive bread displays and keep them clean.
• Comply with store safety, sanitation, and food storage standards.
• Prepare and serve baked goods, sandwiches, salads, and pastries with care.
• Build long-term relationships with customers.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Food safety

Team player

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Fresh Baguette is a fast-growing, artisanal bakery known for its high-quality standards and modern atmosphere. The company was founded in Bethesda, MD in 2013, to bring fresh, made-from-scratch organic breads, pastries, sweets, and croissant itemsinspired by bakeries in France to the DMV area. We haveexpanded to nine retail locations, two production bakeries, and a thriving wholesale business. We serve coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores with fresh products every day, 365 days a year.

Our mission is to offer our customers unique moments of indulgence that are delicious to every sense. We are passionate about quality and take great pride in everything we do.This value is evident in everything we do, from the smell of scratch-made artisanal croissants and organic bread baking fresh throughout the day to the beauty of hand-crafted pastries, delicious coffee, and savory creations delivered in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

About The Role

When you become part of the team at Fresh Baguette, you become part of the personal connection that strengthens the relationship people have with our products. Every customer conversation we have or guidance we share is another opportunity for us to enrich their culinary journey.

When a person enters our bakery, it's a beginning of a relationship. And this team helps make sure that the relationship thrives. When customers visit Fresh Baguette, you'll put your own passions to work to help bring their ideas of French products to life. You might help one customer choose something for lunch, show another how to pair baguettes with their meal, or even save the day with an amazing pastry. If you have a talent for hands-on problem-solving, you can have address customers' needs to connect them with Fresh Baguette experiences they love. Roles include Baking, Barista, Sandwich Making, and Customer Service.

Join our team as a Full-Time or Part-Time Baker at one of our Fresh Baguette bakery cafes in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area! This is an hourly, full-time or part-time role where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, creating delicious baked goods and building meaningful relationships with customers. We're looking for a team player who embodies our core values of Integrity, Respect, Reliability, Commitment, and Customer Orientation. If you’re ready to take on challenges, learn new skills, and engage with a dynamic team, we’d love to have you on board.

Locations Currently Hiring Full-Time

• Fresh Baguette Georgetown: 1737 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
• Fresh Baguette Mclean: 6707 Old Dominion Dr #115, McLean, VA 22101
• Fresh Baguette Penn Quarter: 575 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
• Fresh Baguette Cleveland Park: 3412 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Locations Currently Hiring Part-Time

• Fresh Baguette Mclean: 6707 Old Dominion Dr #115, McLean, VA 22101

What You'll Do

• Provide friendly and prompt customer service.
• Handle cash and credit transactions efficiently at the cash register.
• Offer product recommendations to enhance customer experience.
• Bake a variety of breads and baked goods to perfection.
• Prepare products for the next day’s baking schedule.
• Organize and maintain the freezer and fridge areas.
• Pack away delivery items and ensure proper storage.
• Set up the bread display to ensure an inviting presentation.
• Clean and sanitize the baking station after use.
• Ensure compliance with store safety, sanitation, and food storage standards.
• Make and serve baked goods, sandwiches, salads, breads, and pastries with attention to detail and care.
• Pay close attention to product displays and maintain cleanliness throughout the store.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with customers.
• Compensation: $ 19.00 / hour to $21.00 / hour including tips
• Base pay starts at $12.00 / hour with room for growth
• Paid Time Off for Full-Time employees
• Health and Dental Insurance after 90 days for Full-Time employees
• 40% Employee Discount
• 401K and 401K Match
• Free Lunch
• Anniversary Gift Card

Shifts

• Baking shift: 4:40AM – 12:00 PM (You will bake from 4:40AM-7AM, then you will be a barista from 7AM-12PM)
• 6-8 Hour shift
• 3-5 Days a week including Saturday and Sunday

Qualifications

• Passion for coffee and bread.
• Warm and inviting presence with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to learn, accept challenges, and grow.
• Team player with a strong commitment to customer service.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Fluency in English and the ability to communicate effectively.

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Open Availability to work Monday-Sunday
• Availability to work peak busy periods including Holidays such as Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.
• Physical Requirements: This role requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and performing routine bending, reaching, and movement in a retail environment.
• Reliable transportation to work
• Ability to stand for 8 hours
• Experience working at a café, bakery, or in hospitality is a plus
• At least 1 year of experience working in a fast-paced customer-oriented environment is required