Sourdough Baker The Union Sourdough Company Union, NJ Job Details Temporary | Full-time $20 - $30 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Bakery experience Food production Fermentation (food) Food preparation equipment operation Full Job Description The Union Sourdough Co. is looking for an experienced, dependable sourdough baker who wants to grow with our business. We're seeking someone interested in building a long-term role, with the opportunity to eventually become our head baker and lead daily production. You must already know how to make sourdough bread independently, from mixing and fermentation through shaping, proofing, and baking. Schedule and Pay 4 to 5 days per week Minimum 32 hours per week Some weeks may require 50 or more hours, depending on orders and events Start time is somewhat flexible around production needs Paid in cash; rate based on experience and ability Responsibilities Follow our recipes and produce consistent, high-quality sourdough bread Measure ingredients, mix dough, and monitor fermentation Divide, shape, proof, and bake multiple batches Prepare ingredients and toppings for flavored loaves Keep production on schedule and maintain quality as volume grows Cool, package, and organize bread for orders and events Wash dishes, clean equipment, and maintain an organized kitchen Follow proper food-handling and sanitation procedures Requirements Hands-on experience making sourdough bread from start to finish Strong understanding of fermentation, dough readiness, shaping, and proofing Ability to work independently after learning our recipes and processes Comfortable working with large batches and commercial kitchen equipment Reliable, punctual, organized, and attentive to detail Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting flour bags and dough containers Willing to help with every part of production, including preparation and cleaning Opportunity for Growth As you learn our process and demonstrate consistency, initiative, and leadership, you'll have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and eventually move into the head baker role.
This position would include:
Overseeing daily production Maintaining product quality and consistency Keeping production on schedule Helping train future team members Supporting the continued growth of the bakery To apply, please send: A brief description of your sourdough baking experience Your availability Photos of bread you have made, if available