Full Time Production Line Baker
About The Position
Dog Tag Bakery is seeking a full-time baker to prepare baked goods and some savory items in a dynamic, mission-driven bakery in Georgetown, Washington, DC. The role includes making products from scratch, maintaining consistent quality, and supporting catering, events, and weekend brunch service. The baker works collaboratively and independently while following recipes, food-safety standards, and bakery procedures. The schedule is 30 to 40 hours per week, Friday through Tuesday, with availability to start as early as 5:30 a.m.; start times may vary based on catering orders.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of industry baking experience or culinary school equivalent.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to work Friday through Tuesday and start as early as 5:30 a.m.; start times may vary with catering orders.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Highly responsible, punctual, and reliable.
- Good attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively.
- Ability to work well under pressure and quickly recognize and resolve problems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with from-scratch baking.
- Knowledge of proofing yeasted doughs and products.
- Knife skills.
Responsibilities
- Make breakfast pastries from scratch, including muffins, scones, croissants, and biscuits.
- Proof yeasted doughs and products such as croissants and danishes.
- Measure ingredients and prepare batters and doughs.
- Help prepare catering and event menus.
- During weekend brunch, prepare waffles and made-to-order eggs and plate dishes while multitasking.
- Assist with making brownies, blondies, and bars.
- Assist with baking cookies and cutting bars.
- Follow directions and recipes correctly.
- Check products for consistent appearance and quality in accordance with Dog Tag Bakery standards.
- Operate machinery safely and cleanly and report unsafe conditions.
- Maintain a positive, respectful, and clean work environment.
- Follow all health and safety standards.
- Take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Recognize and resolve problems quickly and work effectively under pressure.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Paid vacation time and five additional paid holidays per year.
- Paid end-of-year closing between Christmas and New Year.
- Medical insurance, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and transportation.
- Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Retirement plans.
- Free shift drinks and food discounts.
- Opportunities for training and career growth.
- Tips in addition to the starting wage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
