The Bread Bakers Guild of America

Artisan Bread Baker

Peerless Bread & Jam has an opening for an artisan bread baker. Candidates should have 1 year artisan bread production experience or completion of a baking/pastry program that includes substantial coursework in bread production.

Duties include mixing, shaping, baking, prep, oven firing, milling, possibly selling at market. Familiarity with sourdough starters and use of a deck or wood-fired oven a plus. Some early morning, evening, and weekend hours will be required. Flexibility and adaptability are extremely important, as we are a small but growing company.

PB&J is located in The Plant, a food business incubator in the Back-of-the-Yards neighborhood in Chicago, IL. We bake naturally leavened whole grain breads in a wood-fired brick oven and mill our own flour from locally grown grain. We also produce a line of small batch seasonal jams. We sell at Chicago farmers markets and are committed to using locally produced ingredients and buying directly from farmers.

Send resume and cover letter to info@peerlessbreadandjam.com

posted 5/23/13

Artisan Bakers

After 30 years Bread Alone Bakery is preparing to expand into a new state-of-the-art bakery in the Catskill Mountains. We are seeking energetic individuals to join our team of artisan bakers in our pastry and bread departments.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of two years of relevant professional baking experience and have completed a baking and pastry associates degree. A firm understanding of bakery production methods, including mixing, make up, and baking, is essential. Must be able to repetitively lift 50 pounds and stand for the full duration of assigned shifts while actively operating as part of a team. Personality trumps experience; we are willing to train the right individual. Candidates will be required to participate in a working interview at the bakery.

Please submit a cover letter and resume with references to:
michael.rhoads@breadalone.com . Potential candidates will be contacted to perform an initial phone interview.

Pursue a baking career with one of the leaders in the artisan bread and pastry movement. Check us out at breadalone.com

posted 5/23/13

Bread and Pastry Bakers

Metropolitan Bakery in Philadelphia is seeking bakers. We are seeking bread bakers/pastry bakers who are passionate about their craft. Opportunity to grow into management positions within our corporation. We are a 20 year old bread/pastry bakery with a newly opened café.

Please feel free to read more about us at metropolitanbakery.com.

Please send inquiries and resumes to mail@metropolitanbakery.com

posted 5/20/13

Experienced Bread Baker

The Dinex Group, the restaurant group of award-winning Chef Daniel Boulud, operates 14 restaurants, including seven in NYC and an additional seven in national and international destinations.

We are seeking a bread baker with at least one year of experience for our commissary kitchen located in NYC. The commissary prepares all bread for Epicerie Boulud, our eat-in/take-out market, and our NYC restaurants including three-Michelin starred Restaurant DANIEL.

Responsibilities include mixing, shaping, baking dough; cleaning machinery; preparing ingredients; and packaging of finished product.

Candidates must have a passion for bread baking, strong communication skills, a sense of urgency, the ability to take direction and lift up to 50 lbs, with a pleasant demeanor and a flexible schedule for early morning shifts.

We offer competitive wages, medical/dental benefits, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, and room for growth. To apply, please send your resume as an attachment to commissarybreadbaker@dinex.innovatecv.com.

For more information about the Dinex Group and Chef Daniel Boulud, please visit www.danielboulud.com .

posted 5/20/13

Bread Baker

On the Rise Bread Company in Bozeman, MT, is seeking a full-time, trained, experienced bread baker for our growing wholesale bakery.

All our European-style handcrafted loaves use preferments and starters. OTR’s customers love the ciabatta, our signature bread. We have recently moved to a large production space to fit our expanding wholesale business.

Position requires knowledge of baker’s formulas, volume production, forming, mixing, rack and deck oven operations, and equipment troubleshooting. Must be able to work well within a team, be able to problem solve, and work independently. Salary DOE

Please email a resume and any questions to otrbakery@gmail.com or call 406-582-0272.

posted 5/13/13

Director of Operations

H&F Bread Co. in Atlanta, GA, is hiring an experienced and dedicated bakery Director of Operations.

The Director of Operations supports the day-to-day running of the bakery operation by ensuring all production equipment is functioning and maintained. The Director of Operations oversees the general maintenance and sanitation of all bakery facilities. The position manages the delivery of all products to the customer base and ensures all vehicles are operated in a safe and efficient manner and kept in good working order. The position serves as the primary safety manager for the bakery and ensures compliance in all departments with safety standards. The Director of Operations will serve as the deputy for the General Manager in his absence and coordinate all communication to the partners.

In order to qualify, please submit a resume, with references, to Hendricks@resurgenshg.com

posted 5/10/13

Artisan Bread Baker

Bakery 42, located in picturesque rural southwest NH, is currently seeking skilled artisan bread bakers. Voted “Best Bread” 2009, 2010, and 2011 by people in the Monadnock region of southwest NH, we have immediate openings for skilled bread bakers.

Our bread is mixed using a spiral mixer, then folded, shaped, scored, and loaded by hand into a steam injection oven and baked on stones. We offer a variety of breads that use pre-ferments, poolishes, and builds including several varieties of sourdough and rye breads. At our small but busy shop, we are known for our true French baguettes and artisan breads. We produce artisan breads for retail and wholesale distribution in central and southwest NH.

In this thriving small bakery, the qualified candidate will be a dependable team player, responsible, focused, efficient, and hard-working. Must be proficient in production from start to finish and able to lift 50 pounds. Responsibilities include configuring and setting up dough mixes; initiating the day’s mix/bake, managing the oven bake schedule, and seeing the doughs through from start to finish; maintaining sourdough cultures, keeping track of inventory. Must be skilled in shaping of artisan breads. Salary is commensurate with experience and skill.

Please email resume and cover letter to ccrockett@post.harvard.edu.

posted 5/7/13

Head Baker

Located on the coast of Georgia, midway between Savannah and Jacksonville, Sea Island offers guests an abundance of world-class amenities and gracious service, all within a luxurious Five Star/Five Diamond resort.

The Bake Shop at Sea Island produces breads, pastries and specialty items for all resort food and beverage outlets, including the Banquet Department. The Head Baker will assist in the creation of all bread and viennoiserie products, design/creation of bread dough showpieces, meeting with restaurant chefs regarding bread and baked goods orders, scheduling production and deliveries to food outlets, assist in training employees/evaluating performance/setting goals/building team morale/motivating and taking corrective action, when needed.

Candidates must have experience as Lead or Head Baker, preferably in a luxury resort, hotel or artisan bread bakery, with a minimum five years’ experience in baking and pastry field. Degree in B&P Arts preferred. Must also have ability to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in fast-paced, high-volume environment. Flexibility to work any days/hours needed, including weekends and holidays, is also required.

Position is management level, salaried, with relocation and complete resort benefits package.

Please email resume, or questions regarding this opportunity, to seaislandcareers@gmail.com

posted 5/8/13

Production Manager / Head Baker

Olde Hearth Bread Company, Central Florida’s premier wholesale artisan bakery, is looking for a passionate and creative individual to lead our baking staff. We are family-owned, and we supply breads and breakfast pastries to the area's finest restaurants, hotels, and resorts. Our unbeatable quality standards and customer service have earned us a stellar reputation, and we need a new team-member to keep us moving forward.

The ideal candidate will possess:
• Several years of professional artisan baking experience including management leadership
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• The ability to constructively cross train and develop staff skills
• Flexibility to manage a 24/7 production schedule, to include overnight shifts, holidays, and weekends
• Resourcefulness to solve problems and lead by example
• Creative spark and recipe development experience
• English fluency with working knowledge of Spanish

Our bakery is located in Casselberry, Florida, part of the greater Orlando area. The Orlando metro area is home to many lively neighborhoods and a vibrant food and entertainment scene. The Atlantic beaches are just over an hour east and Tampa less than 2 hours southwest.

Check out our website to learn more: www.oldehearthbreadcompany.com

If you are interested in joining our team, please email a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the right person for the job to shannon@oldehearthbread.com

posted 4/29/13

Baker Positions Available

The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, CO, is the longest-running consecutive winner of both the AAA Five-Diamond and ForbesTravel Guide Five-Star awards. Since its opening in 1918, The Broadmoor has offered guests a unique way to experience the beauty of the American West and continues that tradition through nine restaurants (including the only Five-Star, Five-Diamond restaurant in Colorado) and 10 cafés and lounges.

We currently have baker positions available. The Baker is responsible for the preparation and presentation of all breads, rolls, and breakfast baked goods served in our restaurants and private banquets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Daily production of items, including: artisan breads using levains, bigas, poolishes,Mini Baguettes, Marble Rye Bread, Raisin Bread, 7-grain Rolls, Kaisers, Sourdough, Onion, and Pumpernickel, along with special items such as Foccacia, Lavosh, Bread Sticks, Cornbread,Tomato Pistollettes, In-house laminated croissants, Danish, sweetdough, Bear Claws, in-house made yeast and cake Donuts, Biscuits, Carrot, Zucchini and Banana Breads.
• Portion control presentation and consistency of products, flavor, and doneness.
• Full knowledge of bakery machinery, cleaning procedures, safety standards and rules

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

To see a detailed list of duties and requirements and an online application form, please visit http://www.broadmoor.com/open-positions/job-detail.asp?job=420.

posted 4/18/13

Experienced Bakers and Pastry Cooks

H&F Bread Company in Atlanta, GA, is hiring an experienced bakers and pastry cooks. Passion for food, beverage, and hospitality is required.

Baking candidates should have either mixing or deck oven experience and an ability to work with poise, grace, and refinement in a professional environment.

Ideal pastry cook candidates will have some knowledge of laminated doughs. Optimism and emotional intelligence are required at all times.

Candidates must also have the following experience or qualities:
-Detail-oriented
-Able to multi-task
-Able to work in a fast-paced environment
-Ambitious

Those interested in cakes, cookies, and desserts need not apply.

We are a passionate group of engaged food and drink professionals committed to offering radical and meaningful experiences to our guests.

In order to qualify, please submit your resume, with references, to Hendricks@resurgenshg.com.

posted 4/18/13

Artisan Baker

Yalaha Bakery was established in 1994 in Lake County and currently has two locations in Central Florida. Our award-winning, innovative bakery produces diverse superior-quality German and European artisan breads and pastries. www.yalahabakery.com

We are seeking an artisan baker to work in conjunction with the bakery staff, our team of bakers and pastry department.
Ideal candidates will have:

• A minimum of five years of professional baking experience.
• Thorough knowledge of pre-ferments and German ryes, sourdoughs, and be skilled in the mixing, kneading, and hand-crafting of traditional breads and pastries.
• Experience with naturally leavened dough.
• Knowledge of all aspects of high volume production including baking times and temperatures of a variety of baked goods, the materials and techniques used in volume production, food sanitation principles and the ability to operate sophisticated bakery equipment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills base.
• Previous successful supervisory and product development experience are not required but could present a unique opportunity for the right candidate to move into a production management position.

This is a full-time, long-term position. Salary and benefits based on experience.

To apply, please send your resume to: jobs@yalahabakery.com

Executive Bread Baker

Thomas Keller’s highly acclaimed French-inspired bakery, Bouchon, with locations in California, Nevada, and New York is seeking an Executive Bread Baker to oversee all aspects of bread production for our restaurants and bakeries.

As the Executive Bread Baker, you will provide guidance and direction on all aspects of bread production, quality and approach, to our operating sites. Strong mentoring and coaching skills required, along with supportive organizational skills. The experienced individual will possess 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in a multi-unit operation. Position will be housed in Yountville, CA.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader who possess a strong desire to elevate the guest experience through quality and service. High volume and intensity environment with a focus on creating an unparalleled guest experience

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to hr@bouchonbakery.com or fax it to 707-944-0587.

Who we are:

The Thomas Keller Restaurant Group is dedicated to setting new restaurant standards in service, cuisine and the employment experience. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the industry. Our restaurants include The French Laundry, per se, Bouchon, Bouchon Bakery, and Ad Hoc. We offer medical, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days of employment. We have a 401(k) plan, Voluntary Life Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, a scholarship program for continued experiential learning outside the organization, food and wine training seminars taught by industry leaders and various other benefits. We seek inspired candidates who are passionate about food, wine and service.

The Thomas Keller Restaurant Group is dedicated to hiring a diverse staff and strongly encourages qualified minority and female candidates to apply for all positions.

posted 4/4/13
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Artisan Bakers for DC Restaurant

Le Diplomate restaurant is set to open in Washington, DC, in less than two weeks, and we presently have a need for a few bakers to “round out” our team. The French cuisine -focused restaurant will evoke the feeling of dining in a vibrant, Parisian bistro, surrounded by vintage brasserie décor, a chic ambience, and the smell of freshly baked artisanal breads.

The ideal baker must possess a true passion for baking rustic, handmade breads, have prior experience baking baguettes, sourdoughs, miches, and boules, and have knowledge/experience with using poolish starters. Prior experience working in a high-volume artisan bakery preferred.

If you are proud of your baking craft and have flour in your veins, we want to talk to you!

To apply for the position, please email your resume to dc.recruiting@starr-restaurant.com and reference DC Baker in the subject line.

posted 4/1/13

Experienced Bread Baker

Atlantic Baking Company, a scratch bakery and café located in Rockland, Maine, is seeking an experienced bread baker to join the team. We are a bakery and café specializing in a wide range of French, Italian and American breads and pastries.

This is a full-time night shift position for baking breads only. Pay range is $10 to $12 per hour. Applicant should be proficient in mixing, shaping, and baking a variety of breads and rolls.

Please contact us at 207-596-0505 or email your resume and cover letter to info@atlanticbakingco.com.

posted 3/27/13

Artisan Bakers Wanted

True Loaf in Miami Beach, soon to be opened, is looking for bakers with little and lots of professional baking experience. Production includes sourdough, croissants, brioche, pies, cookies and muffins. All products will be made using the best ingredients, techniques and equipment.

The bakery is located in a highly populated, relatively affluent residential area devoid of quality bakeries. All we need to do is put out good bread and pastry. Salary is commensurate to experience.

Interested applicants should send inquires / resume to Tomas Strulovic at info@trueloaf.com

posted 3/25/13

Artisan Bakery Assistant Production Manager (Providence, RI)

Seven Stars Bakery in Rhode Island is looking to hire an Assistant Production Manager. We are a successful family-owned artisan bakery looking for the right individual to help manage our well-trained staff.

We run 3 retail stores as well as wholesale from our offsite production facility in Pawtucket, RI, just 45 miles south of Boston and 3 hours north of NYC. We make artisan breads and viennoiserie 7 days per week and deliver everything fresh daily.

We run 24/7, so the Assistant Production Manager must be able to work overnight, holidays and weekends. This person would be the main lead on the production floor, so must be capable of standing for 8 + hours, lift 50# all day long and enjoy doing it! This is an excellent opportunity for a young, energetic baker ready to take the next step in his/her career!

The ideal candidate will have:
• Minimum 3 years baking experience, with 1 year minimum in a supervisory role
• Passion for all things food, but especially baking
• Good communications skills
• Remedial computer experience
• Positive all-round attitude

Salary based on experience. Relocation possible for the right candidate. Please check our website at www.sevenstarsbakery.com to learn more about us.

Send resume and cover letter to jim@sevenstarsbakery.com. Resumes with no cover letter will not be considered.

posted 3/20/13

Full-Time Bread Baker

We’re looking for a full-time bread baker here in Charleston, West Virginia. Charleston Bread, LLC, located in downtown, is a growing retail bakery. Our products include a variety of breads, croissants and other pastries, cookies, cakes, and granola.

Experience and skill in production of artisan style breads - baguettes, ciabatta, sourdough ryes, and other sourdough-based breads - are required. We are also looking for strong organizational and communication skills. Experience with pastry production would also be considered positively.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. It really is wild and wonderful here.

Send resumes to Libby Chatfield at charlestonbread@gmail.com or Charleston Bread LLC, 601 Capitol Street, Charleston WV 25301.

posted 3/12/13

Seasonal Baking in Alaska

Have the adventure of a lifetime! Two full-time seasonal positions are open at Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe, a small cafe in the funky, artistic, and outdoorsy community of Talkeetna, Alaska.

We have a wood-fired oven and produce artisan and whole grain breads, pastries, and café-style foods with a slant toward healthy, vegetarian, and gluten-free. More about the cafe at www.flyingsquirrelcafe.com.

Preferences: Two years experience, ability to work both with others in an open kitchen and independently; passionate, dependable, and organized; interested in healthy baking and eating; early mornings/weekends required.

Minimum commitment: April - September 2013. Send serious inquiries/resumes to info@flyingsquirrelcafe.com.

posted 3/7/13

Bread Sous Chef

Bouchon Bakery, Thomas Keller's highly acclaimed French bakery located in New York City's Time Warner Center, seeks an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen management team.

deal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience, a passion for quality, as well as previous supervisory experience.

Please apply online at http://www.tkrg.org/careers.php

The Thomas Keller Restaurant Group strives to hire a diverse staff and strongly encourages qualified minority and female candidates to apply for all positions.

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US.

posted 3/4/13

Baker for Gluten-Free Bakery/Caf�

WildFlour is hiring a baker for our new gluten-free bakery/cafe in Lawrenceville, NJ. The bakery will supply the cafe and retail as well as local restaurants and caterers with elegant and delicious baked goods.

The baker will be innovative and creative, with an interest in adapting favorite recipes using gluten-free flour blends. The applicant will have culinary education and interest in gluten-free diet and baking. This full-time position requires the applicant to have a high school diploma.

Interested applicants should email us at Wildflour2691bakery@gmail.com.

posted 2/25/13