Bakehouse Baker

Job Type Full-time, Part-timeDescriptionAre you passionate about baking and dedicated to creating delicious treats that everyone can enjoy? Valley's Own Bakehouse invites you to join our team as a Scratch Baker! Located in Rosemount, our certified gluten-free bakehouse is built on the belief that everyone deserves to savor the goodness of freshly baked goods. From irresistible sweet treats to essential everyday staples, each product is hand-crafted with precision using carefully sourced ingredients.We're seeking qualified applicants with 1+ years of previous professional scratch baking experience. The ideal candidate should be capable of lifting 30-50 pounds regularly and be available Monday-Friday between 8am-4pm. However, we are open to considering flexible schedules for the right candidate, including part-time hours.Candidates with ServSafe certification or previous gluten-free baking experience are encouraged to apply, as these would be valuable assets to our team. At Valley's Own Bakehouse, we take pride in offering a competitive benefits package for our employees, including:Competitive wagesPaid time off (PTO)401(k) retirement savings planAccess to medical, dental, vision, long-term, and short-term disability insurance for full-time employeesA 20% employee discount on healthy groceries every dayBaking, Quality and ConsistencyMeasure and mix ingredients to form dough or batter, using Hobart mixer, or beat and stir ingredients by handShape dough for cookies and pies. Place in greased or floured pans and bake.Work with proof box and rack oven bakingFrost and pipe cakes, cupcakes and cream tartsHelp maintain inventory of baking supplies, coolers and freezersPackage product, case product and freeze productEnsure products are produced according to established standardsPerform gluten and other allergen testingResearch and develop new recipes as requestedBusiness Operations, Safety and ComplianceAlert Management of potential theft or other emergenciesWash dishes according to established guidelinesMaintain kitchen in sanitary and orderly condition following guidelinesClean up spills immediately and take out trash after shiftFollow Bakehouse safety, storage and labeling proceduresAdvise Management of equipment repair and replacement needsParticipate in periodic inventory countsAttend Bakehouse staff meetings and other assigned training requirementsPerform any other duty as assigned by Bakehouse Management TeamRequirementsMandatory Qualifications:Previous professional baking experience (1+ years)English proficiency Ability to read and convert established recipes using standard units of measurementAbility and desire to work on a baking production teamExcellent time management, organizational and communication skillsDetail oriented and able to multi-task and remain flexible to the changing needs of the businessRegular, predictable attendancePreferred Qualifications:Previous cake decorating experience (1+ years)Previous experience with fryer usageFamiliarity with natural foods, dietary allergies, gluten freeceliac, grocery industry or cooperativesAble to use forkliftPhysical Demands:Ability to liftpushpullcarry 50+ pounds regularlyManual dexterity with ability to reach, grasp and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and fingers for extended periods of timeMid-to-general range visual acuity to evaluate and interact in working environment and operate bakehouse cooking equipment and appliances for extended periods of timeAbility to stand and walk for extended periods of timeConstant exposure to working in refrigeratedfrozen and hothumid environmentsAbility to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend occasionally requiredAbility to be exposed to, work with, and directly handle dietary allergies Ability to work safely with cooking equipment and sanitation suppliesReports To: Food Production Operations SupervisorDepartment, Status and Salary: Bakehouse, Part or Full Time, Hourly (At Will)Valley Natural Foods Core CompetenciesAdaptabilityFlexibilityDependabilityCommunicationListening SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer FocusIntegrityAccountabilitySense of UrgencyProductivityTeamworkInterpersonal SkillsWork EnvironmentSafetyJob KnowledgePosition Specific CompetenciesPlanningProduct KnowledgeQualityThe information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performance by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. VNF management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This is not an employment contract and does not interfere with MN's Employment At Will Law.Salary Description $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Created: 2025-02-24