About Good Friend Good Friend is a bakehouse and coffee bar producing organic, gluten-free superseed breads, baking mixes, and baked goods, alongside a small, thoughtful food menu. What begins in production moves directly into daily service — onto plates, into cafés, into homes, and into the hands of our partners. The work is connected. What's made here isn't separate from service — it becomes service. We approach food as steady, repeatable work done with awareness. The ingredients matter. The systems matter. The pace matters. What leaves the kitchen should feel considered, not rushed. About the Role This is a role spanning production baking support and café food execution . You'll move between preparing whoesale breads, mixes, and cookies in the production flow, and supporting the café during service — ensuring enough supply during high volume hours or days. The work requires range and presence : Focus during production Timing and awareness during café hours Care in both repetition and finishing This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys working with ingredients from start to finish — and understands that even simple food can be done exceptionally well. What You'll DoBaking (Breads, Mixes, Cookies) Assist in preparing, baking, and finishing breads and cookies according to established recipes Measure, weigh, and prepare ingredients for bread mix production Package breads, mixes, and baked goods for retail, wholesale, and DTC Label, organize, and stage finished products by channel Maintain ingredient organization and flag low inventory Back-of-House Service (Baked Goods) Prepare Good Friend's baked goods needs during service with consistency, care, and attention to detail Maintain awareness of timing and flow of the café Support a smooth, steady production flow — not rushed, but responsive Kitchen Fundamentals Maintain a clean, organized workstation throughout prep and service Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace protocols Monitor quality across both production and service Communicate clearly with Head of Operations and FOH team Support shared kitchen responsibilities and overall flow What We're Looking For Experience in a kitchen, bakery, or food production environment preferred Comfort moving between prep, production, and packaging Strong attention to detail and consistency Ability to follow recipes and systems precisely Calm, steady working style — especially during service Respect for ingredients, tools, and shared space Ability to stay organized while managing multiple rhythms of work Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs Schedule Shifts available Mon
- Friday Hours (approximate
- to be confirmed: 6:30 am
- 2:30 pm Pay & Benefits Compensation at Good Friend is designed to be fair, transparent, and aligned with responsibility.
Pay $20.00 per hour
Benefits & Perks Take-Home Goods:
Regular bread and baked goods
Employee Discounts:
Food, beverages, and merchandise
Paid Time Off:
Sick time for eligible employees
Work Environment:
Clean, organized kitchen with clear systems and steady pacing
Growth:
Opportunity to grow into more specialized production or kitchen leadership roles Additional benefits, including healthcare and retirement options, may be introduced as the business grows. Working at Good Friend The kitchen operates with intention. The work is steady, not chaotic. Team members are responsible for their stations, their timing, and the quality of what leaves the space. This role is for someone who finds meaning in: Doing simple things well Being part of a system that works Contributing to something people return to, day after day Reporting Structure Reports to the company's owners. Equal Opportunity Good Friend is committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. How to Apply If this feels like a fit, we'd love to hear from you. Please email careers@higoodfriend.com with a brief introduction and your experience.
Instagram:
@goodfriendbakery
Website:
www.higoodfriend.com
Pay:
$23.63 per hour Expected hours: 20.0
0 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Store discount
Work Location:
In person