Baker II; PM Shift

Position: Baker II (PM Shift)
Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our `ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our `ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers.

Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor and Foreman, the Baker II plays a vital role in creating the high-quality baked goods that guests and customers enjoy every day. This position independently produces a wide variety of bakery products while consistently following established formulas, production schedules, quality standards, and food safety requirements. As an experienced member of the bakery team, the Baker II helps drive operational excellence through technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional products.

The Baker II works hands-on with ingredients, doughs, batters, fillings, laminated doughs, and finished products, transforming raw materials into irresistible baked goods that reflect the quality, craftsmanship, and tradition of King's Hawaiian. This role serves as a trusted resource within the bakery by leading through example, sharing knowledge, supporting the development of fellow team members, and helping build a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The Baker II accurately scales, mixes, deposits, laminates, bakes, finishes, and packages products including cookies, cakes, pies, breads, rolls, pastries, and other specialty bakery items. Success in this role requires strong technical skills, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and pride in producing products that consistently exceed customer expectations.

At King's Hawaiian, every product we make represents our commitment to quality, hospitality, and the Spirit of Aloha. As a Baker II, you are not only responsible for creating exceptional products, but also for strengthening the team around you. Through mentorship, leadership by example, and pride in your craft, you help create an environment where people grow, teamwork thrives, and excellence becomes the standard.

Your contribution helps carry forward the traditions that make King's Hawaiian special.

Start Time:
Ranges from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.Eight-hour shifts, with overtime during holiday seasons or as needed based on business demands.

Job Responsibilities:

Production Operations:

Independently prepare bakery products from scratch by accurately following approved formulas, recipes, batch sheets, product specifications, and production schedules.

Scale, weigh, measure, sift, and mix ingredients using commercial bakery equipment.

Produce a variety of bakery products including:

Chiffons Pound cakes

High-ratio cakes

Cheesecakes

Pies and pie fillings

Cake batters and fillings

Breads and rolls

Cookies

Laminated doughs including croissants, Danish pastries, and puff pastry

Coffee cakes and other specialty baked goods

Mix and deposit batters and fillings into pans and molds according to product specifications.

Roll, sheet, fold, laminate, cut, shape, proof, and prepare doughs for baking following established production procedures.

Operate bakery equipment including mixers, sheeters, dough dividers, ovens, proofers, slicers, wrapping equipment, depositors, steam kettles, and other production machinery.

Set and monitor time, speed, temperature, and other equipment controls according to product and process requirements.

Regulate oven…