| Location | Santa Barbara, CA |
| Salary | $18–$22 Per Hour |
Baking Assistant (Part-Time)
Location: Santa Barbara & Carpinteria, CA
Company: Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen
Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen is a high-quality, fast-paced café and bakery rooted in thoughtful preparation, seasonal ingredients, and exceptional hospitality. We take pride in creating beautiful, consistent products and a warm, welcoming experience for every guest. Our bakery program is a central part of what we do; crafted with care, precision, and a commitment to excellence.
We are looking for a part-time Baking Assistant to support our growing bakery program across both our Santa Barbara and Carpinteria locations. This is a hands-on, production-focused role working closely with our baking team to execute daily bakes, maintain quality standards, and ensure our pastry case is consistently stocked with fresh, beautiful products.
This position includes a mix of early morning shifts Tuesday through Thursday.
Assist with daily bakery production including mixing, shaping, baking, and finishing pastries and baked goods
Support preparation of core and seasonal items (scones, muffins, cookies, loaves, cakes, etc.)
Follow recipes and production systems with precision and consistency
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen workspace
Assist with scaling, portioning, and prepping ingredients for upcoming bakes
Help manage bakery pars and communicate low inventory or production needs
Ensure all products meet Brass Bird quality and presentation standards
Support packaging and stocking of bakery items for service
Part-time position (approximately 24 hours per week)
Must be available for a mix of:
Early morning shifts (bakery production)
Able to work at both Santa Barbara and Carpinteria locations
Qualifications
Previous kitchen or bakery experience preferred, but not required
Strong attention to detail and pride in quality and consistency
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Willingness to learn and grow within the role
Reliable and punctual
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift 25–50 lbs
Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment
Someone who cares deeply about doing things the right way - clean execution, thoughtful preparation, and consistency. This is a great role for someone who wants to grow in a bakery program and be part of building something special.