Position Summary

Core Responsibilities & Training Opportunities

1. Production Support

• Cookie Department:
• Assist with preparing icing, including mixing custom colors, and assembling cookie kits.
• Support general cookie production tasks, such as rolling out dough, boxing finished cookies, and handling general prep work.
• Maintain an organized freezer inventory for the department.
• Opportunity to learn and develop foundational cookie decorating skills, including outlining and flooding techniques.
• Cake Department:
• Prepare icing and mix custom colors as required.
• Assist with baking, cooling (turning out), and fundamental cake preparation such as torting, filling, and base icing.
• Conduct regular freezer inventory counts and manage general department preparation duties.
• Opportunity to develop skills in cake writing and decoration.

2. Inventory & Organization

• Maintain the overall organization and workflow of the finishing kitchen.
• Manage stock by refilling ingredient bins, rotating inventory, and restocking supplies as needed.
• Ensure expired items are disposed of in a timely manner.

3. Cleaning & Maintenance

• Uphold daily kitchen cleanliness standards, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing all workstations.
• Manage removal of trash and recycling from the workspace.
• Perform scheduled deep cleaning of equipment and workspaces to maintain hygiene and operational standards.

4. General Duties

• Maintain a flexible and positive demeanor, proactively offering support wherever it is needed across the team.
• Run errands and assist with deliveries as required to support the overall workflow of the kitchen.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Teamwork & Communication: Demonstrates a strong collaborative spirit and effective communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Reliability & Proactivity: Highly reliable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated to identify and complete necessary tasks without constant supervision.
• Adaptability: Shows flexibility and a willingness to adapt to shifting priorities, following directions accurately and efficiently.
• Kitchen Standards: Capable of upholding strict kitchen safety protocols, following instructions precisely, and maintaining consistent standards for cleanliness, quality, and the bakery’s commitment to excellence.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended shifts.
• Capable of lifting and carrying at least 50 pounds.
• Frequent actions required, such as bending, reaching, and utilizing hands for various tasks.
• Comfortable immersing hands in water for cleaning procedures.
• Able to work in a kitchen environment that is often warm and humid.

Experience & Training

• Previous experience in a restaurant or bakery environment is a plus, though not required.
• A strong willingness to learn and a desire to develop skills in a professional kitchen setting are essential.