Baker

The Able Baker is a small and busy bakery in Maplewood, New Jersey. We bake cakes, cookies, pies and more, all from scratch on premises. We also pull a great shot of espresso, and have a great community vibe.

We are looking for full-time and or part-time Production Bakers to join our team. Extra points if making pies are your specialty. The kitchen is a collaborative group; flexibility and a willingness to contribute wherever needed is essential. High standards, fast pace, and solid pastry skills are necessary to keep up with high-volume output.

Job Description

• Mix doughs, batters, frostings and glazes, all from scratch
• Bake off all products to recipe specs
• Finish baked goods using frostings, icings, and fillings
• Share in prep work, including chopping fruits and nuts, mixing our GF flour blend, restocking ingredients, etc.
• Maintain a clean workspace, including washing dishes and cleaning/sanitizing kitchen
• Precision in working with allergens ingredient limitations (gluten-free, dairy-free, etc.)
• Support team efforts to complete workload efficiently. This includes non-baking tasks such as receiving shipments and rotating stock
• Meet standards of quality and productivity in high volume, fast-paced environment

Job Requirements

• Full-time, 40 hrs/week and part-time, 24-30 hrs/week
• 1 to 2 years experience in commercial pastry or baking, and/or completion of a pastry program
• Team player in the Kitchen, and with Front of House
• Positive, effective communication skills
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Able to work in fluctuating temperatures and hectic environment
• Flexibility to work around customer and holiday demands. Weekend availability required. Position may also require early mornings, evenings, and extended shifts during peak periods.
• Cookie decorating skills or pie making experience is a big plus

We Offer

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Room to grow
• Friendly, supportive and fast-paced environment
• Medical, dental and vision insurance at no cost to employee (25 hrs/week or more)
• Paid vacation for F/T employees (32 hrs/week or more)
• Paid sick days
• 401k retirement plan with generous company matching
• Part-time position will be considered for the right candidate

The Able Baker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $22