Baker - Virginia Beach

Baker - Virginia Beach

Join the Kolache Factory Team! Do you enjoy baking and take pride in creating quality products from scratch? We're looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Dough Baker to join our team. This position is dedicated exclusively to preparing fresh dough for our signature kolaches each day and is an excellent opportunity to build your baking skills. As a Dough Baker, you will prepare and mix dough according to Kolache Factory recipes and standards, ensuring every batch meets our quality expectations. This is a production-focused position with no cashier or customer service responsibilities. For individuals who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, and a willingness to learn, this position offers the potential to transition into a full Baker role with expanded responsibilities and continued growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix dough following established recipes and procedures.
• Measure and weigh ingredients accurately.
• Operate commercial baking and mixing equipment safely.
• Monitor dough consistency and quality throughout the preparation process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Stock and organize ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Communicate with store management regarding production needs.
• Assist with general kitchen cleaning at the end of the shift.

Schedule

• Must be able to work early morning hours (3am)
• Must be able to work weekends (Saturday & Sunday)

Pay

$13.50 / hour for shifts beginning before 7:00 AM.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food preparation, retail or customer service helpful but not requiredwe will train the right person.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Must be dependable- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Must speak English
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) is a +++
• Ability to follow recipes and detailed instructions.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Some heavy lifting required - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, and work on your feet for extended periods.

Benefits Include

• Paid training
• Growth opportunities, including the potential to advance to a full Baker position
• FREE Kolaches while you're working
• Employee Discount
• Weekly Pay
• 401(k)
• Minimum Essential Coverage Preventative Services for FT Employees
• FREE Telemedicine Services for Employees and their Family Members
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Pay for Grades Program - Receive a monetary award for good grades
• Paid Vacation for FT Employees
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Employee Referrals
• Career Growth Wanna move up? We have opportunities to grow within the Company
• Flexible schedule Full-time, or just a few hours a week?
• No late working hours Working hours range from 3am to (typically off by) 2pm
• Paid Training First job? Never worked in a bakery? You'll receive hands on training with our helpful management team
• Employee Rewards Program Earn points just for doing your job and use them to redeem perks like gift cards to national online & in person retailers with a chance to win $1000 at the end of the month
• Employee of the Month program Companywide Recognition with cash award & extra perks points

If you're dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and want to build a career in baking, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and start your journey with Kolache Factory!