Baker

EASTON'S DELI

Now Hiring: Professional Artisan Bread Baker

Location: Diamondhead, Mississippi

Employment: Full-Time Only

Compensation: Based on experience and demonstrated skills

About Easton's Deli

Easton's Deli is a new, chef-owned and operated artisan deli opening in Diamondhead, Mississippi.

Our focus is straightforward: exceptional sandwiches made with exceptional ingredients, made in-house.

Behind our sandwich menu is an extensive scratch-production program featuring naturally leavened sourdough breads, house-cured and smoked meats, traditional charcuterie, fermented vegetables, pickles, sauces, dressings, and condiments. Our operation also includes retail bread and specialty food sales, catering, and takeout service.

Our open kitchen is equipped with professional bread ovens and commercial production equipment, allowing us to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern culinary techniques.

Easton's is led by a chef-owner with more than 20 years of professional experience in restaurant kitchens, executive culinary management, artisan baking, butchery, charcuterie, and commercial food production.

We're building a small, skilled team in a relaxed but professional working environment. We value curiosity, attention to detail, consistency, and a genuine desire to learn together. We believe that everyone brings something valuable to the kitchen, regardless of experience, and that sharing knowledge makes us all better at our craft.

Position Overview

Easton's Deli is seeking an experienced artisan bread baker to participate in and help manage our daily bread production.

Our bread program is built around naturally leavened sourdough breads, traditional fermentation techniques, and careful attention to dough development, shaping, proofing, and baking.

This is a hands-on production position requiring a solid understanding of bread fundamentals and the ability to execute consistent, high-quality products.

In addition to our core bread program, the position includes production of brioche, selected pastries, and light desserts.

We're looking for a baker who understands the craft, takes pride in the finished product, and enjoys working in a small, collaborative professional kitchen.

As Easton's Deli grows, this position may develop into a keyholder or management-level role for an individual who demonstrates strong technical ability, reliability, sound judgment, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

● Prepare and execute daily production of naturally leavened artisan breads.

● Maintain and manage sourdough starters and levains, including feeding schedules, inoculation, and fermentation management.

● Accurately scale ingredients and mix doughs according to established formulas.

● Evaluate dough development, hydration, temperature, and fermentation progress.

● Perform bulk fermentation, folding, dividing, preshaping, and final shaping.

● Manage proofing and cold-retardation schedules.

● Operate professional bread ovens and manage baking temperatures, steam, and bake profiles.

● Monitor finished bread quality, including crust, crumb structure, flavor, and consistency.

● Produce enriched doughs, including brioche.

● Assist with selected pastry and dessert production.

● Maintain accurate production records and ingredient inventories.

● Follow established food safety and sanitation procedures.

● Maintain a clean, organized baking area and properly care for equipment.

● Participate in general kitchen cleaning and daily operational responsibilities.

● Collaborate with the chef-owner on bread development, production improvements, and seasonal offerings.

Required Qualifications

● Must be at least 18 years of age.

● Professional experience producing artisan breads in a commercial bakery or restaurant environment.

● Demonstrated experience working with naturally leavened sourdough breads.

● Strong understanding of starter maintenance, levain development, and fermentation control.

● Proficiency in dough mixing, dividing, preshaping, shaping, proofing, and baking.

● Ability to evaluate dough by condition and development rather than relying exclusively on fixed fermentation times.

● Familiarity with baker's percentages, hydration calculations, and formula scaling.

● Ability to follow established production schedules and maintain consistent product quality.

● Exceptional reliability and consistent punctuality, particularly for early-morning production shifts.

● Ability to work independently, manage production schedules, and maintain standards without constant supervision.

● Professional judgment, personal accountability, and the ability to assume additional responsibilities as needed.

● Strong organizational skills, cleanliness, and attention to detail.

Additional Experience Valued

● High-hydration sourdough production

● Rye breads and mixed-grain formulas

● Enriched doughs and brioche

● Commercial deck ovens and steam-assisted baking

● Retarded fermentation and overnight production scheduling

● Pastry and dessert production

● Recipe development and production costing

● ServSafe certification

Our Bread Program

Bread is central to the identity of Easton's Deli. We produce our own naturally leavened breads for sandwich service, retail sales, and outside customers.

Our core breads include country sourdough, deli rye, and honey sourdough, with additional specialty breads and enriched doughs produced as needed.

We emphasize traditional techniques, careful fermentation management, consistent shaping, and quality baking.

Our goal is to produce exceptional bread every day while maintaining an organized, efficient production schedule.

We welcome bakers who are curious, technically capable, and interested in sharing knowledge and continuing to develop their craft.

Schedule & Compensation

Employment: Full-Time Only

Compensation: Based on professional experience, demonstrated technical skills, and qualifications.

Early-morning production shifts are required. Baking schedules will be established according to production requirements and may begin several hours before the restaurant opens.

Business Hours:

● Tuesday–Friday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

● Saturday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

● Sunday: Closed

● Monday: Closed

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20