Cafe Baker

Baker

Title:   Baker 
Reports To:  General Manager /Manager
Department:  Operations
FLSA Status:  Administrative/Non-exempt

When we tell our guests, “we get up early so you don’t have to” we are bragging about our amazing Bakers.  Every morning, (think between 3:00am and 4:00am) the baker in every single Au Bon Pain Cafe arrives to bake our pastries and bread for the day ahead.  Our bakers are self-directed workers who have a passion for detail with a flair for creating delicious and nutritious baked goods. 

Position Summary:

The Baker Position is responsible for providing legendary high quality baked products for our guests, while ensuring a CLEAN, FAST and FRIENDLY café environment. If you enjoy making people smile while working with a great team and being part of a Company that is a great place to work, we want you as a Baker!

  Baker Job Responsibilities:

• Measure and mix ingredients to produce bakery products including bread, pastries etc. using precise café standards.
• Ensure correct quantities of baked goods are being produced daily and works with the management teams to plan production schedules.
• Manage the baking environment by maintaining quality presentation, monitor oven temperature and baking times, and evaluate product against standards.
• Visually merchandise and display all products.
• Receive and store inventory, proof/prepare for baking, and bake to ensure the consistency of product.
• Keep work area clean, organized and stocked, responsible for proper sanitation of the work environment
• Visually merchandise and display all products.
• Demonstrate hospitality, respect and a friendly attitude toward Guests and fellow team members.
• Perform prep and utility duties as needed/backup when needed.
• Assist in café set up, refill and maintain additional areas; coffee/tea/oatmeal and soup as needed.
• Other related responsibilities as assigned.

Baker Job Requirements: Must be 18 years or older

• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Excellent communication and listening skills, can read, write, and speak English
• Friendly attitude and team player who will contribute to the culture and standards of Au Bon Pain
• Decision maker with ability to work independently
• Urgent, proactive demeanor
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to position self to move items weighing up to 50 pounds from floor to shelves and cabinets above and below counter height