Baker

Au Bon Pain Careers•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

When we tell our guests, “we get up early so you don’t have to” we are bragging about our amazing Bakers. Every morning, (think between 3:00 am and 4:00 am) the baker in every single Au Bon Pain arrives to bake our pastries and bread for the day ahead. Our bakers are self-directed workers who have a passion for detail with a flair for creating delicious and nutritious baked goods. Position Summary: The Baker Position is responsible for providing legendary high quality baked products for our guests, while ensuring a CLEAN, FAST and FRIENDLY café environment. If you enjoy making people smile while working with a great team and being part of a Company that is a great place to work, we want you as a Baker!

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Strong attention to detail and time management
Passion for quality, safety and sanitation
Excellent communication and listening skills, can read, write, and speak English
Friendly attitude and team player who will contribute to the culture and standards of Au Bon Pain
Decision maker with ability to work independently
Urgent, proactive demeanor
Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
Ability to move around the café to attend to the needs of guests
Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to position self to move items weighing up to 25 pounds from floor to shelves and cabinets above and below counter height

Responsibilities

Measure and mix ingredients to produce bakery products including bread, pastries etc. using precise café standards.
Ensure correct quantities of baked goods are being produced daily and works with the management teams to plan production schedules.
Manage the baking environment by maintaining quality presentation, monitor oven temperature and baking times, and evaluate product against standards.
Visually merchandise and display all products.
Receive and store inventory, proof/prepare for baking, and bake to ensure the consistency of product.
Keep work area clean, organized and stocked, responsible for proper sanitation of the work environment
Visually merchandise and display all products.
Demonstrate hospitality, respect and a friendly attitude toward Guests and fellow team members.
Resolve any problem and keep management informed about issues and problems as they arise.
Provide on-the-job training for new bakers (as needed).
Perform prep and utility duties as needed/backup when needed.
Assist in café set up, refill and maintain additional areas; coffee/tea/oatmeal and soup as needed.
Other related responsibilities as assigned.