What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Baker position at Cedar Circle Farm and Education Center?
April - December
40 hours/wk
Join our passionate team at Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center, where we grow, cook, and serve organic, seasonal food with care. Our on-site farmstand and Hello Café offer fresh, farm-made baked goods daily, featuring local and organic ingredients—many sourced directly from our own fields!
We’re looking for a Head Baker to lead our small but dynamic bakery team in crafting high-quality pastries, breads, and other baked goods that celebrate the flavors of the season. This position is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced baker who is eager to work in a farm-to-fork environment and showcase Vermont’s local and seasonal bounty through creative, high-quality baking.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Daily Baking & Production – Prepare and oversee the morning bake, ensuring a consistent, high-quality selection of pastries, scones, cookies, breads, and more for the farmstand and café.
- Recipe Development – Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to create new seasonal baked goods that highlight our farm’s organic produce, from fruit-filled tarts to savory hand pies.
- Menu Planning – Work with the kitchen team to develop weekly and monthly baked specials, as well as contributions for our farm’s Prepared Food CSA and farmstand offerings.
- Inventory & Sourcing – Manage ingredient inventory, minimize waste, and work with local suppliers to source high-quality, organic, and sustainable baking ingredients.
- Kitchen & Staff Management – Lead and schedule baking assistants, ensuring efficiency, teamwork, and skill-building in the kitchen.
- Food Safety & Cleanliness – Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, following all health and safety protocols.
- Creativity & Community – Engage with the farm’s mission by incorporating sustainability into baking practices, embracing seasonality, and bringing fresh ideas to the table!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior professional bread, pastry, or kitchen experience is required.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining attention to detail.
- A creative and flexible approach to seasonal baking, with a love for working with fresh, organic ingredients.
- Comfortable working early mornings and weekends; this is a full-time, seasonal position (5 days/week, including weekends).
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- A positive attitude and passion for farm-to-fork baking!
COMPENSATION
This is an hourly position with benefits including paid sick time leave, fresh produce, and a 20% discount to our farmstand and café. Pay range is $20-22/hour, depending on qualifications.
TO APPLY
To apply, please email the Kitchen Manager at gail@cedarcirclefarm.org with a cover letter and resumé.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22
