Bread Baker in Ann Arbor, Michigan at Orijin Bakery

At Orijin, we believe exceptional baking begins with exceptional people. Located in the heart of Downtown Ann Arbor, Orijin is an artisan bakery dedicated to handcrafted breads, viennoiseries, pastries, desserts, and seasonal baked goods. Every item we produce reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, quality ingredients, and genuine hospitality.

We're looking for a passionate and skilled Bread Baker to help bring our artisan bread program to life. In this role, you'll prepare, ferment, shape, score, and bake handcrafted breads that serve as the foundation of our bakery. Working alongside a talented team of bakers, you'll take pride in producing exceptional products with consistency, precision, and care while helping us deliver an outstanding experience to every guest.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, mix, ferment, divide, shape, proof, score, and bake artisan breads according to established recipes and production schedules.
• Monitor dough development throughout every stage of production and make adjustments as needed to achieve exceptional results.
• Produce consistently high-quality breads while meeting daily production goals and timelines.
• Participate in daily product tastings and quality evaluations.
• Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organization, and sanitation throughout the bakery.
• Properly label, store, and rotate ingredients and finished products using FIFO practices.
• Safely operate and maintain commercial bakery equipment.
• Support pastry production and other bakery operations as business needs require.
• Assist with developing and refining new breads and seasonal offerings.
• Work collaboratively with the bakery team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Why Work with Us?

We value our employees and offer a range of benefits to full-time team members to support both professional growth and personal well-being.

• Growth Opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Discounted GoPass for your commute.
• Employee Discounts on food.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least one year of commercial bakery or professional kitchen experience.
• Experience with artisan breads, naturally fermented doughs, or sourdough is strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to consistently follow recipes, production schedules, and detailed preparation techniques.
• ServSafe certification is a plus, but not required.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to commute to our downtown Ann Arbor location, including planning for parking and arriving before scheduled shifts.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the bakery team wherever needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of each shift, frequently 8–10 hours.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing 25–35 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly bend, squat, kneel, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions throughout production.
• Frequently use fine motor skills and sustained hand strength while mixing, shaping, scoring, and handling dough.
• Safely operate commercial bakery equipment, including mixers, ovens, racks, and other production equipment.
• Comfortable working in environments with flour dust, heat, steam, humidity, refrigeration, and changing temperatures.