Floor & Service Team Member

The AM Bread Baker is responsible for preparing and baking all somun bread for daily service at Balkan Treat Box. Somun bread is a central part of the Balkan Treat Box experience, and this role ensures it is prepared fresh each day with consistency, care, and attention to detail.
The shift begins early in the morning (typically between 4:30–5:00 AM) to ensure fresh bread is ready for service.
This position requires focus, consistency, and pride in craftsmanship within a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Core Responsibilities
- Bread Production
- Prepare and bake somun bread according to established recipes and standards
- Manage dough handling, shaping, proofing, and baking processes
- Ensure bread quality, texture, and consistency meet company standards
- Produce sufficient bread for daily restaurant service
- Kitchen & Baking Operations
- Begin daily bread production early each morning (4:30–5:00 AM start)
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of baking and prep areas
- Monitor baking equipment and ensure proper operation
- Manage production timing to ensure bread is ready for service
- Quality & Consistency
- Maintain consistent product quality and presentation
- Follow established recipes and baking procedures carefully
- Identify and address any issues with dough or baking process
- Team Support
- Communicate with kitchen leadership regarding bread production needs
- Assist with additional prep tasks when bread production is complete
- Support kitchen operations as needed
- Food Safety & Standards
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Qualifications
- Prior baking or kitchen experience preferred, but not required. We will teach you!
- Strong attention to detail and consistency
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work early morning shifts
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Role Expectations
This is an early-morning, physically active role that requires consistency and focus. The work includes repetitive dough handling and lifting flour and dough while maintaining a steady production pace.
The role offers a consistent early-morning schedule, typically finishing by late morning or early afternoon. The ideal candidate takes pride in producing high-quality bread and contributes positively to the kitchen team. Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.