Company description

About Us: At Alaskan Sourdough Bakery, we take pride in our commitment to crafting authentic, handcrafted sourdough bread. Located at the iconic Miners Landing in Seattle, Washington, our bakery is a hub for enthusiasts of this time-honored tradition. We're seeking a dedicated and skilled Production Baker with a passion for sourdough to join our team.

Job description

Position Overview: As a Production Baker at Alaskan Sourdough Bakery, you will play a key role in producing high-quality, traditional sourdough bread, maintaining the distinct flavor, texture, and heritage that our customers have come to love. This is a night shift role, providing you with a unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of fresh, wholesome sourdough bread that our community cherishes.

Responsibilities:

Sourdough Bread Production: Produce a variety of sourdough bread products from start to finish, ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and appearance.

Recipe Adherence: Strictly follow established sourdough recipes and guidelines to maintain the authenticity and excellence of our products.

Dough Preparation: Prepare and handle sourdough starter, mix, shape, and proof dough with precision and expertise.

Baking and Oven Management: Operate and monitor bakery equipment, including ovens, to ensure bread is baked to perfection.

Quality Assurance: Conduct quality control checks, monitor product freshness, and troubleshoot any production issues.

Cleanliness and Sanitation: Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace, complying with health and safety standards.

Ingredient Management: Assist in inventory management, ensuring sufficient ingredients are on hand for production.

Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other team members, including supervisors, to meet production goals and maintain a smooth workflow.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience as a baker with a specialization in sourdough bread production.
• Passion: A genuine passion for creating exceptional sourdough bread and an understanding of the unique sourdough fermentation process.
• Night Shift Availability: Willing and able to work night shifts to ensure the freshness of our morning products.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining product consistency.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing production demands and a fast-paced bakery environment.
• Physical Stamina: Capable of lifting and carrying heavy bags of flour and performing other physically demanding tasks.
• Sanitation: Comply with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and a cooperative attitude.

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for growth within the bakery
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Learning and development opportunities in the art of sourdough bread baking

If you're a dedicated baker with a deep appreciation for sourdough bread and are ready to join a team of passionate professionals, we encourage you to apply for the position of Production Baker (Sourdough Specialist) at Alaskan Sourdough Bakery. Help us continue the tradition of bringing the taste of authentic sourdough to Seattle's locals and visitors alike.

Alaskan Sourdough Bakery is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $23.00 - $30.00

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline