Bread Baker

The Blue Scorcher Bakery and Cafe is seeking an overnight bread baker! We are a worker-owned cooperative making artisan sourdough and other breads in Astoria, Oregon. Our values are good food, strong community, and joyful work. Our bread department works 10-hour shifts, either 7pm -5am or 12am-10am. Bread bakers start at $23/hour, with an increase to $24/hour upon gaining cooperative membership. Bread Production Responsibilities: Mix, shape, proof, and bake all retail and wholesale breads, bagels, buns, etc. Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to best practices for food safety Read and interpret orders and evaluate retail sales to determine appropriate production levels throughout the year Set up pre-ferments and soakers and pre-weigh ingredients for the next night’s bake Safely operate baking equipment including spiral mixers, commercial ovens, and bread slicing machines Slice, package, and otherwise prepare bread for retail sale or wholesale delivery. Ensure accuracy of tags on retail bread rack; move old bread to half-price rack daily Maintain a hygienic, clean, and safe working environment, including attention to all end of day cleaning tasks Answer questions about our bread from both co-workers and the public As a self-governing organization, we hope to hire someone with a strong base of bread knowledge and an interest in the operation of the business beyond their specific job. Prior cooperative experience is not required, but it's certainly a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr