Full Time Baker

This person will assist with the production and expansion of our product line. Candidates should have commercial experience in a bakery with yeast raised doughs including donuts, and/or artisan sourdough breads and laminated pastries. A little bit about usPeaceful Provisions, is an artisan donut shop specializing in small-batch and scratch-made vegan donuts. In 2015 we started our journey as pop-up vendors participating in various markets from NYC to Hudson Valley. After six years of operating as a pop-up, we found our own storefront in April 2021. Since opening our doors for takeout on a part-time basis (Friday-Sunday), we have expanded our days/hours and more than tripled our production capacity with the small crew of 3, which we started our business with. In order to increase our production further, we are looking to expand our team! Given that we are such a small and rapidly growing business, the candidate hired will have the opportunity to grow, have their input valued, and be able to help shape our future. We are hoping to find someone that wants to grow with us.Job descriptionThe Baker is responsible for the development and preparation of a variety of donut types (flavored yeast-raised, fritters, laminated and old-fashioned cake) and baked goods such as cookies, coffee cakes, brownies, etc. We are seeking an individual who is knowledgeable, efficient, clean, organized, reliable, and self-driven. You will work with our bakery crew to improve our formulas and processes so we can achieve and maintain the highest quality and standards.Qualifications1+ years experience working in a commercial bakery making products from scratchExperience working with yeast raised doughs, laminated pastries and/or sourdoughUnderstand and have an interest in the science of baking, including vegan bakingAbility to stand and work for shifts of 8 hoursAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAvailable on weekendsAvailable to work overnights or early mornings (as early as 2 or 3 am)Have a positive and self-motivated attitudeThe ability to follow directions, multi-task and pay attention to detailThe ability to keep a clean & organized workstation throughout your shiftHave basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment; work with a sense of urgency in a team environmentA strong work ethic who takes pride in their workBasic knowledge of food safetyThe ability to take direction well and willingness to offer support to other team members when neededMaintain composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situationsHave good time management, ability to prioritize, stay focused and follow directionBe open to change (positive or negative), accept constructive criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high stress situationsHigh emotional intelligence with the ability to work with diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and drivenBe able to stand for long periods of time, and walk/move safely through all areas of the store and kitchen, which may include uneven and slick surfaces Can work well under pressure while maintaining a focused and consistent pace throughout your shiftBe comfortable with change with the ability to adapt easily as needed in a given situationExcellent communication skills and must be comfortable communicating with owners, management, co-workers and customersBe customer service oriented (you may be required to assist our retail staff with customers)Have a valid driver's license (strongly preferred) and/or must have a reliable commute to workMust be at least 18 years of ageVaccinated against Covid-19Not required, but a vegan or vegetarian would be ideal for our plant based work environmentResponsibilities Although an exhaustive list, your responsibilities will grow over time, we want to make sure candidates are well informed before applying for this position, so they know what to…