What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bread Baker position at Aurore French Bakery?
Bonjour! Aurore French Bakery brings authentic French pastries, breads, and café culture to Bozeman. We opened our storefront in May 2023 after years of growing through farmers markets and events. We’re expanding our kitchen team and looking for a skilled Bread Baker to join us and grow with the business.
Our team includes a bread baker, pastry chef, assistant baker, tourier (croissant baker), baristas/cashiers, assistant manager, and manager.
About the Role: This is a hands-on, fast-paced, and physically demanding role. You’ll be responsible for producing a variety of traditional French breads with consistency and care. Early mornings and a passion for bread-making are essential.
Responsibilities include:
- Mixing and preparing doughs for various breads, including baguettes, sourdough, and specialty loaves, fougasse, pizza, etc
- Shaping, proofing, and baking breads to meet quality standards
- Monitoring fermentation and baking processes to ensure consistency
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area
- Assisting with inventory management and ordering supplies
- Collaborating with the team on new product development
- Adhering to food safety and cleanliness standards
Schedule:
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM to ~1:00 PM
- Thursday to Sunday: 4:00 AM to ~11:00 AM
- Full-time, year-round (not seasonal)
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience with bread baking is preferred
- High energy and physically strong (able to lift up to 55 lbs)
- Reliable, punctual, and focused
- Coachable and open to feedback
- Able to multitask and work well under pressure
- Comfortable working on your feet for long hours
- Curious about French baking and culture
Not a fit if you:
- Prefer a slow pace or don’t like physical work
- Can’t commit to weekends or early mornings
- Struggle with structure or teamwork
- Aren’t looking for a long-term role
Pay and Benefits:
- Starting at $20/hr starting wage tips (total pay $27–$30/hr)
- Paid training
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for growth as we expand
- Paid time off
Our Core Values:
- Caring: We do things with pride and treat people with respect
- Integrity: We follow through, own our work, and support each other
- Sharing French Culture: We bring a piece of France to Bozeman — through food, hospitality, and a joyful experience
Work Location: In-person at Aurore French Bakery 141 West Baxter Lane, Unit 13, Bozeman, MT 59718
To Apply: Please answer the following questions:
- Why do you want to work here?
- Will this job require you to give up anything (like weekend plans or another job)?
For example: Were you considering going skiing every weekend this winter and this job would prevent that? Would this job require you to spend less time with loved ones? Are you hesitating between this and another job? Are you taking a pay cut to work this job? etc...
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organizational needs and priorities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Compensation Package:
- Tips
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Morning shift
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30
