Prep Baker

Mount Bakery is seeking to hire an experienced prep baker as we head into our busier Spring and Summer seasons.

Part-time position with required workdays on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Additional hours may be available on Saturday or Wednesday based on production needs.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately measure and mix ingredients for doughs and fillings according to standardized recipes.
• Prepare cookie dough, including weighing, shaping, cutting, and packaging for freezing, ensuring proper stock rotation.
• Prepare shortbread cookie dough for cutting and storage.
• Produce various fillings, including cinnamon sugar, orange sugar, hazelnut twist, and almond log.
• Prepare pie dough, portioning to specified weights, wrapping, dating, and freezing.
• Prepare galette dough, scaling to weight and cutting to the correct size for refrigeration.
• Adhere to daily production schedules, ensuring accurate quantities of prep items are completed.
• Maintain strict adherence to exact measurements and timings in all preparations.
• Organize and maintain a clean and efficient workspace.
• Communicate effectively with other bakers regarding task completion and assistance needed. Utilize Slack for relevant communication.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of and enforce all kitchen hygiene and safety standards, including handwashing, glove usage, workstation cleaning, and proper food handling.
• Complete assigned daily cleaning tasks as per the cleaning checklist.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to read and accurately execute recipes.
• Ability to work independently and self-manage tasks effectively.
• Clear and professional communication skills with managers, baristas, bakers, and dishwashers.
• Physical capability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Willingness to follow instructions and seek clarification when necessary.

Requirements:

• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene practices.
• Valid Food Handler's Card (required).
• Consistent and punctual attendance is mandatory.

We sell our products in our two Mount Bakery cafes, at the Bellingham and Ballard Farmers' Markets, and via wholesale to a select group of local coffeeshops and cafes.

We look forward to hearing from you.

In addition to the hourly wage bakers receive tips in the range of $2 to $5 per hour depending on business volume.

Shift meals are included.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 – 24 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay
• Tips

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $2 - $5