Baker
Defloured is a local, gluten-free bakery located on the northside of Chicago. We are passionate about what we do, and are looking for like-minded, hardworking Bakers who are up for the job – big or small.
As a forward moving company, we look for individuals that want to grow with us professionally. A positive mindset, integrity, and an innate sense of hustle are highly valued as employee morale is a priority at Defloured, and we encourage a cooperative work environment.
Responsibilities:
? Bake all items in Defloured’s product line (cookies, bars, cakes, sweet breads, etc)
? Prepare items from scratch for retail, event and wholesale customers
? Help maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment
? Assist with product development, including recipe ideas, testing, and execution of new and seasonal menu items
? Resource to Front-of-House on all allergen and ingredient questions
? Safely operate commercial mixers, ovens and other bakery appliances
? Help maintain a clean and orderly kitchen
Qualifications:
? Work well independently and closely with others
? Good communication and customer service skills
? Cleanliness and strong attention to detail and consistency a must
? Self-motivated and able to follow instructions
? Sense of urgency (innate sense of hustle)
? Prior baking experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
? 2 years of prior experience in a production bakery, and/or vocational training / baking coursework
? Safely operate commercial mixers, ovens and other bakery appliances
? Understand allergens and safe food handling to avoid cross contamination
? Comfortable reading recipes and understanding numbers
? Some cake/cupcake decorating experience a plus
Physical Requirements
? Able to stand for extended periods of time
? Able to lift and carry up to 30-50 lbs independently
? Able to move safely, including bend, kneel, slide, push and pull with up to 25 lbs of product
? Able to tolerate warm/hot temperatures (at times) while maintaining a good attitude
COVID-19 Precautions
Defloured continues to serve our guests outside the bakery; only staff is allowed inside. Current staff is fully vaccinated, and testing is available as needed. Personal protective equipment provided or required. We will monitor and follow local, state and federal guidelines, and sanitizing procedures are in place.
Hours per week – 30-40. Some holidays and weekends required during our busy seasons.
Benefits
? Salary – $17.00-$20.00, commensurate with prior experience and education in related fields.
? Tips (supplemental pay)
? Accrued vacation time / Paid time off
? Employee discount
? Flexible schedule
To apply – Send resume, availability and a few sentences stating why you are the person for the job to: ------------
EOE m/f/d/v
Defloured is a local, gluten-free bakery located on the northside of Chicago. We are passionate about what we do, and are looking for like-minded, hardworking Bakers who are up for the job – big or small.
As a forward moving company, we look for individuals that want to grow with us professionally. A positive mindset, integrity, and an innate sense of hustle are highly valued as employee morale is a priority at Defloured, and we encourage a cooperative work environment.
Responsibilities:
? Bake all items in Defloured’s product line (cookies, bars, cakes, sweet breads, etc)
? Prepare items from scratch for retail, event and wholesale customers
? Help maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment
? Assist with product development, including recipe ideas, testing, and execution of new and seasonal menu items
? Resource to Front-of-House on all allergen and ingredient questions
? Safely operate commercial mixers, ovens and other bakery appliances
? Help maintain a clean and orderly kitchen
Qualifications:
? Work well independently and closely with others
? Good communication and customer service skills
? Cleanliness and strong attention to detail and consistency a must
? Self-motivated and able to follow instructions
? Sense of urgency (innate sense of hustle)
? Prior baking experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
? 2 years of prior experience in a production bakery, and/or vocational training / baking coursework
? Safely operate commercial mixers, ovens and other bakery appliances
? Understand allergens and safe food handling to avoid cross contamination
? Comfortable reading recipes and understanding numbers
? Some cake/cupcake decorating experience a plus
Physical Requirements
? Able to stand for extended periods of time
? Able to lift and carry up to 30-50 lbs independently
? Able to move safely, including bend, kneel, slide, push and pull with up to 25 lbs of product
? Able to tolerate warm/hot temperatures (at times) while maintaining a good attitude
COVID-19 Precautions
Defloured continues to serve our guests outside the bakery; only staff is allowed inside. Current staff is fully vaccinated, and testing is available as needed. Personal protective equipment provided or required. We will monitor and follow local, state and federal guidelines, and sanitizing procedures are in place.
Hours per week – 30-40. Some holidays and weekends required during our busy seasons.
Benefits
? Salary – $17.00-$20.00, commensurate with prior experience and education in related fields.
? Tips (supplemental pay)
? Accrued vacation time / Paid time off
? Employee discount
? Flexible schedule
To apply – Send resume, availability and a few sentences stating why you are the person for the job to: ------------
EOE m/f/d/v