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Zingerman's Bakehouse
Afternoon Bread Baker-Ovens
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A Baker assembles ingredients and bakes breads, pastries, or a variety of other baked goods. May specialize in baking a particular product, such as bread or cakes, or specialize in a particular style of baking. Works in an independent bakery, restaurant, grocery store, or food manufacturing facility.
$34,216 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Afternoon Bread Baker-Ovens Zingerman's Bakehouse - 3.7 Ann Arbor, MI Job Details Full-time $18 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Food provided Qualifications Basic math
Full Job Description Description:
Zingerman's Bakehouse is hiring a Bread Baker to work on our team making and baking hand crafted, artisan breads. Do you like to play with your food? Think being covered in a light dusting of flour is a sign of a fun and productive day? Looking for a place where you can be yourself and do good work on a team? Join our experienced and dedicated bread baking team to create some of the best breads in Michigan. What does the job pay? Starting pay is up to $18 per hour for experienced candidates; wage is negotiable based on experience. What can you expect? A welcoming workplace where you can bring your whole quirky self to work, it's appreciated and acknowledged. An active physical job (You'll easily close those rings on your watch every day!). A bread-ucation! Whether or not you were into sourdough before it became hip, you're sure to learn a lot about naturally leavened bread, freshly milled flour, and more. Fun and engaged teammates who support each other. Lots of collaboration and creativity. We make decisions together. There's no "They" here, just "Us." Making delicious and beautiful products to be proud of. Managing partners working with you side-by-side. (Our two current owners started as hourly staff, so they know your potential for growth.) A business education while you work! Learn Zingerman's nationally-acclaimed business practices and put them into action. Hello resume builder! (Though you likely won't want to leave anytime soon.) A place where you can be creative and make a difference. Full benefits package, and lots of free food. Are there any benefits or perks? After 90 days of service: Company paid long term disability Company contribution to medical and dental insurance Company contribution towards your health savings account + rewards program 401k matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met Paid training Paid lunch breaks Paid time off Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides a variety of resources and services to employees and eligible dependents Fun Additional Benefits! Up to 5 free loaves of bread each week Up to 65% discount on baked goods from the Bakehouse $1 sandwiches and/or salad made on site for employee lunch 25% reimbursement for massages Free swag Discounts at local businesses Post orientation benefit of 40% off at allZingerman's Businesses Requirements:
What are the requirements and skills needed for this job?Availability:
8 hours shifts with starts between the hours of 10am to 8pm Full time availability; 40 hours per week Weekend availability Holiday availability Full availability in November and December (we don't take any extra time off during these months) Performance Expectations -Essential Functions:
Monitors/assess the proofing and baking of many magical doughs Loads, scores, bakes and unloads finished bread in the ovens Accurately scales dough Hand-shape multiple types of dough Work with a sense of urgency at all times Ability to multi-task Must work well with others in a team environment Strong basic math skills Must be able to self manage and work independently, with little direction for periods of time Able to follow through with verbal instructions Arrives on time to all shifts Prepares ingredients and does set-up work - setting up boards screens, pans, and other equipment in preparation for making each type of bread Works safely around hot ovens, heavy equipment, and sharp utensils Keeps a clean and sanitary work area while following our food safety requirements Completes basic orientation training passport within 90 days of hire Attends and participates in the Bread department weekly huddles Willingness to be flexible with schedule Physical Requirements Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly during an 8 hour shift Able to stand, lift and bend for duration of an 8 hour shift Comfortable with repetitive motion activities Comfortable to work in a warm and humid environment. The bakery is 82 degrees!Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs