Firebrand AM/ PM Baker Job Posting
About Us:
Firebrand Artisan Breads is the only wood-fired oven commercial bakery in the East Bay. We are opening our first retail bakeshop the first week of November, in the new Hive development in Uptown Oakland. It will be a showcase for our beautiful hearth loaves, luscious pastries, high-end coffee with a creative spin, and amazing sandwiches from Pal’s Takeaway in San Francisco. If you are passionate about excellence in craft, we are looking for you to join our team of like-minded professionals!
The bakery hours will be from 7am-7pm, seven days a week. We are looking to hire for two pastry prep positions.
About the position:
The Firebrand Baker is responsible for making a wide range of breads and other baked goods.
Opportunities:
Over time you will learn and understand the baking process from beginning to end.
You will be given the opportunity to work independently and, at times, with few other people in your space.
Someone who does this job extremely well will be considered for apprenticeship projects in which your are asked to experiment with new recipes and raw material (scientifically documenting, testing, tasting and reporting on new products).
Must be able to:
Learn and adhere to the high standards of baking set by Firebrand
Communicate well verbally and in writing with co-workers, managers and owners
Be able to make quick, accurate decisions
Understand the importance of scheduling, and meeting tight deadlines
Follow and develop good safety habits at all times.
Work weekends and holidays, if needed: be available in general
Work independently, often alone, and also as part of a team
Primary functions of the job:
Measure and mix ingredients
Roll, cut and shape dough according to recipe
Must have keen attention to detail
Must keep bakery organized and workspace tidy
The physical requirements include being able to:
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently, continuously and up/down stairs
Stand for eight-plus hours each day
Bend at the waist and use one’s wrists continuously throughout an 8-hour shift.
Reach over the shoulders many times per day.
Withstand continuous use of the wrists and consistent repetitive motion
Walk around our facility
Work Schedule:
AM/PM Bakers needed
Weekend availability is a must
Pay Rate: $12.25 or Based on Experience
Must have/be:
A strong desire to be part of a team that is committed to deliver products at the highest level of craft
A clean and tidy appearance and we encourage you to bring your authentic selves to work!
18 years or older
Please write a cover letter explaining why you believe you’re the best person for this job and send it, along with your resume to Matt Kreutz, owner and Master Baker, at Matt@firebrandartisanbreads.com. Please be sure to include your phone number and the best time to contact you.
While we are in the process of moving facilities to our new retail shop, we ask you to please refrain from visiting us at the bakery to drop off your cover letter and resume. Thank you!