Bakehouse Baker

New Pioneer Food Co-op•North Liberty, IA

32d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Bakehouse Baker supports daily production in the Bakehouse while helping create the high quality, fresh bread New Pioneer is known for. This role participates in bread preparation and baking, recipe scaling and measuring, rotation and storage, sanitation, and pre-packaging support, contributing to consistent production for the co-op's retail, deli, and catering needs. Bakehouse Bakers play an important role in upholding the craft, quality, and food safety standards that define New Pioneer Bakehouse while supporting the overall success of the production team.

Requirements

Bread baking, bakery, or food service experience preferred
Willingness to learn recipe scaling, measuring, and bread production techniques
Ability to work in a fast paced, team oriented production environment
Strong attention to detail and reliability
Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, stand for extended periods, and work near ovens and in walk-ins
Flexible availability including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

Prepare and bake bread items following recipes, prep lists, and production deadlines
Accurately scale bread recipes and measure dry and liquid ingredients by weight and volume
Support production of hearth and pan breads, ensuring consistent quality for retail distribution
Properly rotate and store prepared and received items to maintain quality, freshness, and health code compliance
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations, ovens, walk-ins, and storage and display areas
Complete pre-pack with fresh and accurately labeled product
Work collaboratively with the production team to meet daily bread production goals