Bakery Production Assistant

Bakery Production Assistant Job Description

Job Title: Bakery Production Assistant

Position Summary
The Bakery Production Assistant supports the baking team in preparing ingredients, baking products, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen. This role supports the daily production of pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked goods while ensuring quality, consistency, and food safety standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for pastry production, including measuring, weighing, mixing, and portioning.
• Assist in the preparation of pastries, tarts, cookies, breads, fillings, icings, and desserts.
• Follow recipes and production schedules accurately.
• Monitor baking times and temperatures as directed by the Lead Baker.
• Decorate and finish baked goods as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Properly label, date, and store ingredients and finished products.
• Receive and organize deliveries of ingredients and supplies.
• Follow food safety, health, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with inventory counts and stock rotation.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous bakery, pastry, or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of baking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Must possess basic math skills for measuring and portioning ingredients.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to work in a warm kitchen environment.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time positions available.
• Flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Compensation

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
• Employee meal discounts and other benefits may be available.

Reports To: Lead Baker / Bakery Manager / Executive Chef

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys baking, pays close attention to detail, and wants to develop skills in a professional pastry or bakery environment.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person