Part-Time About Us Bagel Dock Express is Murrysville's go-to spot for fresh, authentic, scratch-made bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and specialty spreads. We pride ourselves on fast service, top-tier quality, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. We are seeking an experienced and reliable Assistant Baker to help with our bagel production. Position Summary As the Assistant Baker, you will be responsible for helping the head baker with dough preparation, proofing, and baking and being the baker when the head baker is not working...approximately 1-2 days/wk. You may be asked to assist in other areas in the kitchen during your shift.
Key Responsibilities Scratch Baking:
Prepare, mix, shape, proof, and bake bagels and baked goods following established recipes and quality standards.
Production Management:
Follow daily bake schedules based on demand to ensure fresh product throughout operational hours while minimizing waste.
Quality Assurance:
Maintain strict consistency in product taste, texture, size, and appearance.
Kitchen Hygiene & Safety:
Enforce strict health, sanitation, and food safety procedures (ServSafe guidelines). Keep equipment clean and well-maintained.
General Kitchen Assistance:
May be asked to assist with other areas in the kitchen during your shift such as helping to prep for line or make cream cheeses or salads for front of house.
Qualifications and Experience Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years of commercial baking experience (bagel or bread baking preferred) and/or general commercial kitchen experience.
Early Riser:
Ability to work early morning shifts.
Physical Ability:
Must be able to stand for extended periods and comfortably lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., bags of flour).
Knowledge:
Understanding of dough development, yeast fermentation, proofing times, and commercial baking equipment (dough mixers, dividers, revolving tray ovens).
Skills:
Strong time-management skills, high attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment .
Compensation Pay:
Competitive hourly wage based on experience ($13-18 / hour).