BAKER in Woodbury, Connecticut at New Morning Market

Baker

Join our dynamic team as a skilled Baker, where you will play a vital role in creating delicious baked goods that delight our customers. We are committed to quality, innovation, and a positive work environment that fosters growth and creativity. If you have a passion for baking and a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply and become part of our culinary family.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce quality pastries, cakes, cookies, pies and bars to include cake-decorating and finishing pies, all cooling, wrapping and labeling of products.
• Must follow recipes as written to produce consistent results of end product.
• Complete the assigned production schedule within allotted time frame.
• Understand and recognize quality ingredients and use them efficiently.
• Demonstrate and adhere to the highest standards for safe food handling as indicated by the food service department.
• Understand and practice standard FIFO.
• Work with peers in a variety of work spaces and conditions.
• Demonstrates good decision making in production management of stocked goods (raw, refrigerated and shelf stable) with respect to constantly changing availability.
• Ensure all cooking and food storage areas are maintained in sanitary, orderly condition meeting Health Department standards.
• Ensure proper storage and labeling procedures.
• Participate in periodic inventory counts.
• Maintain department equipment in working order, report any damage of equipment or tools to supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Follow the department staffing schedule and guidelines for changes.
• Assist in receiving goods for the department when necessary.
• Open to working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous experience in natural/organic foods, grocery or retail preferred.

New Morning Market supports our staff by providing a full suite of competitive benefits, including:

• Independently owned business
• Competitive wages
• Flexible schedules
• Full or part-time positions available
• 25% discount for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Benefit plan including health insurance, dental & vision insurance

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a baker or pastry chef in a commercial setting
• Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and adapt to new recipes
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Food safety certification is a plus