Bread and Pastry Production Baker, Artisan Bakery
Overview
You will own the night production line at Great Harvest Bread in Tempe, milling wheat and hand-icing every loaf before sunrise. You will join a small crew of artisan bakers who start at 1:30 AM and work until 9 AM, Monday through Saturday. This part-time contract role offers the chance to master Great Harvest systems and move to full-time. Unlike a corporate bakery, you will see every step from grain to finished product, with real ingredients and no shortcuts.
What You'll Do10
- 1Mix, knead, and shape dough according to Great Harvest recipes, using thermometers and measuring devices to hit exact consistency.
- 2Hand-ice and finish pastries and breads during the final production stage, ensuring every item meets visual and texture standards.
- 3Monitor dough moisture and fermentation, adjusting water or temperature based on observations to maintain uniform quality.
- 4Maintain production logs, documenting dough batch numbers and environmental conditions to troubleshoot variations.
- 5Perform daily sanitation of mixers, work surfaces, and proofers, following Food Handlers guidelines to prevent contamination.
- 6Communicate with the morning team about finished batches, flagging any issues or potential delays before handoff.
- 7Pack and stage finished products for retail display, verifying portion weights and labeling per bakery standards.
- 8Test new recipes during slow periods, documenting yield and texture feedback to refine the baking process.
- 9Cross-train on all stations from milling to packaging, so you can step in when the line needs extra support.
- 10Assist with holiday catering orders, scaling up production for Thanksgiving and Christmas while maintaining quality.
Requirements10
- 11+ year of professional baking experience in a bread or pastry production environment.
- 2Food Handlers Card current and valid for the state of Arizona.
- 3High School Diploma or equivalent, with strong math skills for baker's percentages and imperial conversion.
- 4Ability to lift 60+ lbs regularly and stand for 8-10 hour shifts in a hot, fast-moving kitchen.
- 5Willingness to work Monday-Saturday from 1:30 AM to 9:00 AM, plus seasonal overtime.
- 6Comfort with using mixers, ovens, and proofers after structured training on Great Harvest systems.
- 7Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license, plus a cell phone for shift communication.
- 8Proven problem-solving skills, able to adjust dough hydration or oven temperature without supervision.
- 9Customer service mindset, understanding that each loaf reflects the bakery's reputation to every buyer.
- 10A culinary certificate or baking portfolio is a plus but not required for the right candidate.
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$15 - $19k per year
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