Peaceful Provisions, LLC in Beacon, NY is hiring a part-time Baker to assist with the production and expansion of our product line. Candidates should have commercial experience with yeast raised doughs including doughnuts, artisan sourdough breads and laminated pastries.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Peaceful Provisions, is an artisan doughnut shop specializing in small-batch and scratch-made vegan doughnuts. In 2015 we started our journey as pop-up vendors participating in various markets from NYC to Hudson Valley. After six years of operating as a pop-up, we found our own storefront in April 2021. Since opening our doors for takeout on a part-time basis (Friday-Sunday), we have expanded our days/hours and more than tripled our production capacity with the small crew of 3, which we started our business with. In order to increase our production further, we are looking to expand our team! Given that we are such a small and rapidly growing business, the candidate hired will have the opportunity to grow, have their input valued, and be able to help shape our future. We are hoping to find someone that wants to grow with us!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Baker is responsible for the development and preparation of a variety of doughnut types (flavored, fritters, laminated and cake) and baked goods such as cookies, coffee cakes, brownies, etc. We are seeking an individual who is knowledgeable, efficient, clean, organized, reliable, and self-driven. You will work with our bakery crew to improve our formulas and processes so we can achieve and maintain the highest quality and standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 years experience working in a commercial bakery making products from scratch
• Experience working with yeast raised doughs, laminated pastries and/or sourdough
• Understand and have an interest in the science of baking, including vegan baking
• Ability to stand and work for shifts of 8 hours
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Available on weekends
• Available to work overnights or early mornings (as early as 2 or 3 am)
• Work with a sense of urgency
• Work well in a team environment
• Be detail oriented
• Be comfortable with change with the ability to adapt easily as needed in a given situation
• Be comfortable communicating with management, co-workers and customers
• Be customer service oriented (you may be required to assist our retail staff with customers)
• Have a valid driver's license (strongly preferred) and/or must have a reliable commute to work
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Vaccinated against Covid-19

RESPONSIBILITIES: (although an exhaustive list, your responsibilities will grow over time, we want to make sure candidates are well informed before applying for this position, so they know what to expect! We also work together as a team to get our production needs met.)

• Production of yeast raised doughnuts (mixing, kneading, shaping, sheeting, cutting, frying, filling, decorating and displaying)
• Production of laminated pastries, using our sheeter and rolling by hand
• Mixing, rolling, portioning, shaping, baking, finishing and displaying cakes, cookies, brownies, etc.
• Assist with making icings, glazes, fillings, puddings, toppings and garnishes for doughnuts
• Maintain a clean and organized work space and assist with cleaning and putting away dishes (we all do dishes here, including the owners!)
• Uphold our sanitation and quality standards at all times
• Work efficiently and accurately
• Report to the Head Baker and Owners
• Follow company safety procedures and protocols
• Carry out our values, policies and procedures as a team
• Help to review and maintain quality and consistency of our products
• Assist in keeping an inventory of bakery ingredients and packaging
• Collaborate with the bakery team to create and maintain a baking binder of our current products, recipes and procedures
• Collectively work with our bakery team to take proper care and maintenance of our bakery equipment, work stations and kitchen facility as a whole
• Communicate with the retail manager regarding inventory, product descriptions, allergens and other pertinent education for guests and staff
• Assist with retail tasks as needed
• Ensure a positive customer experience
• Follow protocols and safety procedures in place, including covid-19 procedures

COMPENSATION:

• $17.00-$18.00/hr (based on experience) pooled tips if working Thursday-Sunday
• Employee discount free coffee & tea 1 free doughnut or baked good on shift
• Paid safe and sick leave. Can be used towards paid time off or unused safe and sick leave is paid out at the end of the calendar year
• 401K matching after 6 months
• Paid training
• Development and growth opportunities
• A positive and friendly working environment where our small team values each others input and suggestions

HOURS:

• 6-8 hr shifts 4 days/week. Thursday- Sunday; Sunday shift is required. Schedule can evolve so we are looking for a person that can be flexible. Some 4am shifts are required
• To ensure that both parties are a good match for each other, we require a 2 day paid working interview/trial before proceeding with any hiring/training process

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Compensation package:

• Tips

Restaurant type:

• Bakery

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Overnight shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• commercial baking: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person