Bagel Maker

At Chompie’s Restaurant and Deli, a JRI Hospitality Brand, we pride ourselves on serving up great food, including our freshly baked bread, cakes, pastries, and world-famous bagels in a fun environment for our guests and team members. You can be part of our team delivering exceptional hospitality with timeless family recipes that have been handed down for generations. As a food-focused people-first company, our talented Team Members are developed in an environment to prosper and grow.  

We’re looking for dedicated Bagel Baker to craft our signature, freshly baked bagels to the highest quality standards while maintaining the utmost regard for health and safety regulations. A key role in delivering exceptional hospitality, our Bagel Bakers ensure that every batch meets Chompie’s standards for taste, texture, and presentation, delighting our guests with authentic, handcrafted bagels. 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, and bake bagels according to Chompie’s signature recipes and quality standards.
• Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure consistency and perfection.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment, including ovens, mixers, and proofing machines.
• Work efficiently to ensure bagels are ready for morning service and throughout the day as needed.
•  Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to support overall restaurant operations.
• Uphold Chompie’s commitment to quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a bakery or commercial kitchen preferred, but not required-training provided.
• Knowledge of baking techniques and food safety procedures.
• Ability to work early morning shifts, with a shift start of 3 am, in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be capable of lifting 30-50 lbs.
• Must be able to operate heavy machinery, including a rotating bagel oven, boiler, and mixer.
• Must be able to operate a rotating slicer.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for quality.

About Chompie’s 

In 1979, the Borenstein Family brought classic family recipes from Queens, New York to Phoenix, Arizona. Fulfilling their dream to start a business, Chompie’s Bagel Factory was born. In 2019, JRI Hospitality welcomed the Chompie’s team to the family. Today, Chompie’s operates full-service restaurants with an in-house bakery delivering fresh and delicious menu items to our guests.  

About JRI Hospitality 

A Growing Company You Can Trust. Founded in 2011, JRI Hospitality operates 80 restaurants in 11 states, including Chompie’s. JRI continues to grow across several brands and locations creating unique career opportunities for our team members. As a food-focused people-first company, our talented Team Members are developed in an environment to prosper and grow. We’re proud to celebrate diversity and inclusion and are committed to being a place where people want to work. Whether you grow your career, chase your passion, or just pick up a few skills along the way, we want to be part of your development and journey. 

Rewards and Great Perks: 

• Fun! Work with friends and great people! An amazing culture centered on the Team with Family friendly hours. 
• Casual workplace - Jeans, Company supplied shirt, hat and a smile is the uniform of our team 
• Competitive wages - based on experience with growth opportunities and Bonus potential 
• Comprehensive Health Benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision 
• Life, Short-term & Long-term Disability, and other Insurance programs 
• Great meal allowance for personal or work use  
• Opportunities to advance and grow, A promote from within culture 
• Flexible schedules for full and part-time roles 
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (must meet plan eligibility requirements) 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Training programs