The Grey Barn on Martha’s Vineyard is a bustling and lively place to work. Open year round, our certified organic farm is a hub of the local community in the off season, and a destination for island visitors in the summer season. Our purpose is to create delicious food and keep people coming back.

The bakery at The Grey Barn and Farm is situated on 100 acres of pasture in Chilmark, MA. Established in 2018, the bakery specializes in naturally leavened breads and laminated pastry. All of our  products are made using the highest quality ingredients and regionally grown/stone-milled grain. 

Bakers are responsible for producing and executing bread and pastry products for the farmstand. The right candidate has or is  enthusiastic to learn, knowledge of both yeasted and naturally leavened  breads. Bakers will execute all aspects of the bread making process, from scaling and mixing, to proofing and baking. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Scaling, Mixing, Dividing, Proofing/Retarding, Scoring, and  Baking all loaves produced for the farmstand
• Feeding of sourdough culture and building of levains for the following days mix. 
• The cleaning and sanitation of the bakery production floor and all associated equipment.
• The documentation and filling out of all production and cleaning logs 
• The completion of all dishes and cleaning and sanitization of the dish area.
• Maintain a standard of cleanliness and safety in the bakery.
• Collaborating with Head Baker on seasonal product offerings

Prerequisites

• A minimum of two years of production baking experience, with at least one year of bread production experience preferred.
• A knowledge and understanding of all types of bread, with an emphasis on naturally leavened breads.
• Knowledge of and experience working with steam injection ovens.
• Must love working in a team environment.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Be able to repeatedly lift 50 lbs throughout the day and work on your feet.

The right candidate 

• Loves baking.
• Enjoys learning about food.
• Excited to create beautiful, visually appealing food.
• Is a team player
• Is an effective communicator.
• Is punctual 
• Is organized and maintains a clean work area.
• Able to stand on feet for long periods of time 
• Able to work in a hot, humid, wet, cold and/or damp environment 
• Able to adhere to health and safety regulations 
• Is detail oriented