The Production Baker prepares high-quality baked goods that support Black Cap’s commitment to exceptional food, consistency, and customer experience. Working collaboratively with the bakery team, this role executes daily production, maintains food safety standards, and contributes to a positive, fast-paced kitchen environment. This position offers ample opportunities for learning and development. Compensation for this position is $23-$24.50/hour (=$20-$21.50/hr base rate + $3/hr in share tips & fees).

This is a full-time position, scheduled 30-40 hours/week at our Waterbury location. The schedule requires a 4:30 AM start time on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays; candidates available on both Saturdays and Sundays are preferred. Full-time applicants will also be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of bakery and food offerings for all Black Cap locations
• Execute and scale regular production of croissants and other baked goods including but not limited to sweet breads, cookies, muffins, and scones
• Keep high standards of food safety and sanitation by following weekly and daily cleaning lists
• Assist with critical communications between all Black Cap locations
• Update inventories for in house reference: croissant, dry case, cold case, top of case, cookies, bars, and all baked goods
• Receive and put away deliveries of supplies and verify that correct items and quantities have been delivered
• Support the creation of new menu items based on customers' preferences and feedback
• Produce the weekly menu as directed by the Head Baker
• Create corresponding labels and recorded recipes when appropriate
• Report all equipment and maintenance problems to the Head Baker and Operations Director
• Perform daily and weekly cleaning lists to maintain high cleanliness and sanitation standards

Expectations

• Required to work on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays
• Required to start work at 4:30AM
  • Full-time: Four 10-hour shifts
  • Part-time: Three 8-hour shifts
• Required to work at least one weekend day, both weekend days preferred
• Work primarily in one location (Waterbury) but have availability and reliable transportation to work in the other location as needed
• Follow processes and procedures recorded in Employee Handbook
• Take direction from managers and assist where needed
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Report to work in proper uniform, abiding by the dress code:
  • Black Cap T-Shirt
  • Hair pulled back and covered with a hat, headband, or bandana
  • Closed-toed shoes
  • Pants (no sweatpants)
  • Hands must be free of jewelry and nail polish
  • Nails must be kept short and clean

Physical Job Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs up and down the stairs multiple times per day
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs off the ground from a squatting position
• Must be able to frequently squat, bend at the waist, and twist from the waist while carrying heavy, large objects up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand on your feet for up to 8 hours at a time

Required Skills & Experience

• Prior bakery experience preferred
• ServeSafe Food Handler Safety Certification will be provided by Black Cap after hire
• Must have strong skills in: Communication, attention to detail/consistency, sense of urgency, prioritization, professionalism, adaptability
• Must be timely and attentive to work
• Must have a growth mindset and respond constructively to feedback

Black Out Dates

It is important for all employees to be available during peak holiday times. All employees will be expected to work:

• Foliage season (September 20th- October 20th)
• December holiday season (December 26th – January 2nd)
• Presidents’ Day week
• Martin Luther King weekend
• Various summer holidays/events as deemed necessary by management

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick time
• Health and vision insurance options for full-time employees
• Invest EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for employees and household members
• Paid breaks and shift meal
• Free coffee drinks during shifts
• Employee discounts on food, beverages, and Black Cap merchandise
• Holiday pay on select holidays
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid childbirth recovery leave for FT employees after 1 year of employment

Why Black Cap?

At Black Cap, we work hard to build a positive workplace where people support each other and take pride in what they do. We’re proud to be a woman-owned Vermont company built around community, local partnerships, and a love of great food and coffee. Our cafes bring together locals and visitors in spaces that feel welcoming, authentic, and distinctly Vermont. Join our team and help tell the story of a brand deeply connected to the place it calls home!