Urban Jungalow Production Baker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Production Baker is responsible for preparing and baking a variety of bread, bagels, and pastries in a fast-paced production kitchen. This role works independently to complete daily production tasks while maintaining high standards for quality, consistency, and food safety.

We’re looking for an individual who is excited to provide first-class guest experience, can uphold our brand values, and has prior experience with baking. 

  Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of products including yeasted bread, bagels, and pastries.
• Mix, shape, proof, bake, and finish products according to recipes and quality standards.
• Complete daily prep tasks independently and efficiently in a production environment.
• Maintain consistency, accuracy, and quality across all batches.
• Monitor timing, measurements, and product appearance to ensure quality control.
• Manage time effectively and multitask in a fast-paced kitchen setting.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health standards.
• Label, date, and store food properly following FIFO (first in, first out) practices.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and production ready.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate with team members as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and accurately.
• Report low stock levels, maintenance needs, or equipment issues promptly to supervisors.
• Provide warm, positive, and professional interactions that enhance the guest experience.
• Uphold company policies, procedures, and dress code at all times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of yeasted doughs, fermentation, and proofing techniques.
• Experience preparing bagels and pastry doughs.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow recipes precisely and maintain consistent product quality.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable for production output.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with vegan and/or gluten-free baking preferred.
• Dependable, punctual, and adaptable with a positive attitude.
• Enthusiasm for wellness, sustainability, and plant-based living.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Schedule

• Shifts are primarily 6:00AM-2:00PM Daily
• Shifts may also include:
• 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• 3:30 PM – 9:30 PM
• Potential for additional shifts/hours based on company needs and scheduling availability
• Schedule may fluctuate based on seasonality

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• 2+ years of professional baking experience preferred. 
• Food Handlers Certification or ServeSafe preferred. 

Enhance your Experience

As part of the Urban Jungalow Team, you'll have opportunities to earn additional compensation incentives while growing your skills, including:

• Jungalow Creators - Create content and earn extra income
• High 5 Bonus - Get rewarded for delivering exceptional guest experiences 
• Spot Bonus - Recognition for outstanding performance 

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

• Prolonged periods of walking and standing.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Exposure to hot and cold environments. 
• Frequent use of hands, harms, sight, and hearing.
• Flexibility to bend, reach, and grab throughout the day.  

About the Company

Urban Jungalow is a wellness-forward, quick-service café concept inspired by nostalgia and crafted for modern lifestyles. Our entirely vegan and gluten-free menu features grab-and-go offerings, handcrafted non-alcoholic beverages, and a genuine passion for hospitality, all served in a thoughtfully curated space. We are committed to sustainability, bold flavor, and atmosphere, infusing each guest interaction with positive energy and intentional design. Our mission is to bring functional foods forward through a culinary-driven, hospitality-first approach, offering convenience without compromise.

An Equal Opportunity Employer