Exerienced Baker - Full time

Exerienced Baker - Full time James Coffee Company - 4.0 Escondido, CA Job Details Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Bakery Fermentation (food) Full Job Description James Coffee Co. is a San Diego-based specialty coffee roastery with five cafe locations and a growing wholesale program. We're passionate about craft, quality, and community and we're now bringing that same dedication to our artisan bagel program, Gracie's Bagels. Inspired by global flavors and built on a slow ferment bagel dough, Gracie's Bagels is a concept baked out of our Escondido kitchen. About James Coffee Company Independently owned and operated from San Diego and Escondido, California, James Coffee Co. specializes in producing handcrafted artisan roasted coffee. We offer a revolving assortment of distinctive single-origin beans as well as exclusive James Coffee crafted blends. Using modest production methods we are able to approach each individual roast as an opportunity to elevate and preserve our quality and taste. From the diligent hand that picks the coffee cherry to the thorough process of roasting, James Coffee strives to instill in you confidence that the conclusion of your coffee's journey will be a fantastic cup.

Description The Role:

We're looking for a skilled, experienced Bagel Baker to join our kitchen team and help us bring Gracie's Bagels to life. You'll be responsible for producing consistent, high-quality artisan bagels. This includes mixing and shaping dough to baking and finishing while upholding our standards for flavor, texture, and presentation.

Responsibilities:

Mix, proof, shape, and bake artisan bagels from scratch daily Prepare all bagels with precision and consistency Manage dough fermentation schedules Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workspace at all times Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate restocking needs Collaborate with the kitchen team on new flavor development and seasonal specials Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health code standards Qualifications Minimum 1-2 years of professional baking experience (bagels, bread, or artisan dough preferred, but any pastry experience is required) Strong understanding of fermentation, dough hydration, and baking techniques Ability to work early morning shifts and maintain a consistent schedule Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently Experience in a commercial kitchen or bakery environment Salary $20 - $24 per hour