Production Baker

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.

The Baker 1 (Day) is responsible for learning to produce high quality artisan baked goods while maintaining efficiency and adhering FSMA requirements. This position requires an attention to detail, a desire to continually improve upon one’s skills as a production baker, and an ability to work cooperatively in a production level team environment. This position is the first of three Baker levels.

Upon completion of the training period, a Baker 1 is expected to demonstrate competence in responsibilities necessary advance to Baker 2.

$21.48/hour (non-exempt, eligible for overtime).

• Positive Impact
• Informal Communication
• Team Player
• High Standards
• Initiative
• Change Agility
• Results Orientation
• Drive and Energy

The Baker 1 is directly managed by the Production Shift Manager as well as accountable to the Shift Lead.

Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility and the ability to work weekends is required.

• Bake, Mix, Form, Fermentation, Proofing of all products
• Understands use of all equipment on bread production floor
• Maintain accurate counts
• Meets quality and production pace expectations as per Level 1 training requirements
• Follows FSMA guidelines and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
• Quality control of product, culling of unusable loaves and reporting shorts to the PIC
• Takes account of mix times and dough temperatures and accurately records results
• Communicates critical information to the Shift Lead, Manager, and Delivery in a timely manner including equipment issues, supply concerns, maintenance or cleaning needs, accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
• Has knowledge of all bread products and can describe the properties of different products
• Uses checklists and training documents to produce accurate results at every step of the baking process
• Is aware of and can communicate final product goals
• Understands the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product

• Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job
• Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates
• Contributes to the training of team members on stations for which the Baker 1 has completed training
• Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times
• Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment
• Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection
• Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures
• Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions
• Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace
• Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times
• Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English preferred
• Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time. May be required to work a variety of days and shifts to meet business need including weekends and holidays
• Basic math skills required
• Professional baking experience preferred

• Rack and hearth ovens
• Manual and automatic loaders
• Var…