What are the responsibilities and job description for the King Cake Baker position at Laurel Street Bakery?
Busy neighborhood bakery is hiring for the position of seasonal king cake baker to prepare the king cakes for the following day of business. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a neat, clean, and organized work environment, checking things off of a "to-do" list, and working with others. Must be able to focus on their task at hand while the bustling kitchen is open for business, share space accordingly, and execute the recipes quickly and accurately. Early mornings and night shift required.
Some degree of experience in a bakery or fast-paced food establishment is ideal for this position, but training will be provided for the right candidate who possesses a willingness to learn. You will be responsible for the entirely of the king cake making process from mixing the dough, shaping, proofing, baking, decorating, and packaging for the store, special orders, and shipped king cakes.
Weekend and Overnight Shifts Required!!! Times and days will vary depending on orders and shipping dates, as well as our wholesale volume demands.
Please do not apply if you cannot be available overnight/early mornings and cannot commit to the entire season (January-first week of March this year).
Thank you!
Requirements:
- Able to work on your feet for long periods of time.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Able to work with your hands for long periods of time.
- Comfortable using kitchen equipment such as digital scales, mixers, ovens, knives, food processor, immersion blender, stove, food wrap.
- Willingness to follow all food safety procedures.
- Able to keep work space organized and clean at all times.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Certification from a culinary school is a plus.
Laurel Street Bakery provided the following inclusive hiring information: We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.'
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
Schedule:
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- Baking: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16