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.
Company Overview Kirby Bagel is a veteran, family-owned bakery café proudly serving the heart of Texas. As the purveyor of the Texan Stuffed Bagel Cafe , our mission is simple yet powerful: Artisan-quality bread, local partnership, Community uplift. We've crafted a one-of-a-kind line of stuffed bagels that blend Texas spirit with global flavors. Every bagel tells a story, and every team member helps share it with the community.
Baker Location :
Carrollton, TX Type :
Full-Time/Part-Time Overview:
We're searching for a talented full-time/part-time baker who takes pride in creating delicious bagels and desserts. Join a team that values craftsmanship, quality, and creativity. Baker I Minimum 1 year of hands-on baking, pastry, bread, or commercial kitchen experience preferred. Experience following standardized recipes, production schedules, baking times, and temperatures. Experience assisting with dough preparation, mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, finishing, and general food prep. Able to complete assigned baking and prep tasks within established production timelines. Experience maintaining consistent product quality, portioning, and presentation. Baker II Minimum 2 years of hands-on professional baking experience required; 3+ years preferred. Experience independently managing the full production process for bread, pastry, bagels, or other baked goods, from ingredient preparation through finished product. Experience evaluating dough, batter, or product condition and determining readiness for the next stage of production. Experience adjusting proofing, fermentation, boiling, baking time, or temperature based on product condition, toppings, ingredients, and desired finished quality. Experience organizing multiple production tasks and bake sequences to meet opening times and daily production deadlines. Experience preparing fillings, spreads, cream cheese, sauces, toppings, and other components according to standardized recipes. Able to troubleshoot common production or quality issues and make appropriate adjustments with minimal supervision. Qualification Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States. Must have a valid Texas Food Handler's Certificate or obtain one within 30 days of hire, in accordance with applicable regulations. Demonstrated ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards. Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
Physical Requirements:
Lift or move up to 50 lbs (flour, trays, equipment) Performing repetitive arm and hand squeezing and flexing. Working around extremely hot equipment and handling hot pans while wearing baking mitts. Repeatedly lifting and turning body while sliding bakery sheet pans in and out of the proofer and bakery oven. Standing throughout a scheduled shift. Bending, stretching and kneeling to reach certain products or clean certain areas of the restaurant.
Perks & Benefits:
Free beverage during shifts Baked goods/beverage discounts for staff Supportive, team-oriented environment Career advancement Performance based bonus
Retention Bonus Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are a veteran-owned, family-operated employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.