Company description

August First, an artisan bakery with strong community connections in Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a dedicated and experienced pastry baker to join our bakery team. August First bakery is where the production of pastries and bread for the fast-casual August First cafe takes place. We are responsible for the production of fresh and delicious bread that is used on sandwiches in the cafe and sold wholesale in several local grocery stores. We also create the pastries offered at the counter in August First cafe, including croissants, cookies, scones, fresh fruit turnovers, and biscuits. At August First we are dedicated to creating delicious and locally sourced food and drink and inspiring merriment in a warm and welcoming environment.

Job description

Looking for a full time year round pastry baker. We work hard to create all of our baked goods from scratch using local produce whenever and wherever we can. We are looking for someone who is passionate about food and baking and wants to bring that passion to our team. We specialize in laminated croissants, maple biscuits, muffins, scones, and seasonal danishes. Production pastry bakers work as part of a small team to bake each morning for our busy cafe. Previous experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person.

Responsibilities:

• Pastry Production: Work diligently in the bakery to produce high quality pastry products in an efficient and timely manner.
• Product Knowledge: Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways.
• Time Management: Ability to deliver orders on schedule, produce orders and products efficiently, and avoid wasting food.
• Creativity: Work with Bakery Manager to design new and unique menu items to attract customers
• Support Bread and Delivery Staff: Step in to assist the bread bakers and delivery drivers when needed, promoting a cohesive and supportive work environment

Experience:

• Previous experience in a bakery or working with baked goods at a high production level
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Commitment to providing a consistent and high-quality product

Expectations:

• Knowledge and comfort with pastry and bread making techniques
• Strong understanding of bakery functions and offerings
• May be required to work in excessive heat and cold in association with the bakery environment
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions. Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to handle difficult interpersonal situations professionally, whether with guests or team members.

Benefits:

• Employees may drink coffee, espresso drinks, and house-made iced tea free of charge while on shift
• Employees receive a complimentary staff meal from the menu with each shift
• PTO accrual starts immediately upon first day of employment and can be used once a team member reaches their one-year anniversary
• The bakery is closed and bakers will have limited hours or the day off on: Christmas Day, the day after Christmas, Thanksgiving Day, and the day after Thanksgiving
• Parking Pass Available
• Discounted Gym Membership Available

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline