Bread Baker

Bresnan Bread and Pastry is seeking a passionate, hardworking, detail-oriented sourdough bread baker to join our team. The ideal candidate has experience with naturally leavened breads, enjoys working with a team, and takes pride in producing hand-made, artisan baked goods.

Job Description: Responsible for scaling, mixing, fermenting, shaping and baking a variety of sourdough breads, baguettes, rolls, etc. Position requires a strong understanding of sourdough fermentation, dough handling, timing, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and feed sourdough starters and levains according to production schedules.
  

• Scale, prep, and mix ingredients using formulas.
  

• A thorough understanding of the metric system and using bakers percentages.
  

• Monitor fermentation, dough development, and proofing.
  

• Dividing, shaping and retarding dough.
  

• Operate commercial bakery equipment such as mixers, proofers, deck ovens, rack ovens, convection ovens and dough dividers.
  

• Bake breads to our standards in quality and appearance.
  

• Adjust processes based on temperature, humidity and general dough conditions.
  

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, tools, etc.
  

• Work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, repeatedly.
  

• Ability to work in warm environments near ovens.
  

• Capable of repetitive motions and tasks.
  

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in artisan/sourdough baking is preferred.
  

• Knowledge of natural fermentation and sourdough starter maintenance.
  

• Ability to work overnight, early morning, weekends, and Holidays, as needed.
  

• Strong attention to detail.
  

• A passion for the craft of baking.
  

• Ability to multitask and work efficiently as part of a team, in a fast-paced production environment.
  

• Basic math skills for scaling recipes and adjusting batch sizes.
  

Schedule and Compensation:

• This is a full-time position.
  

• Overnight availability required

• Weekend and Holiday availability may be required.
  

• Competitive pay, based on experience.
  

• Employee discounts on bakery products.