Baker

About this position

Baker | High-Volume Bakery Production

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunity | Competitive Pay | Growth Potential

We are seeking a dependable, experienced Baker to join the production team of an established, growing food and bakery operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on baking, takes pride in producing high-quality products, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Our ideal candidate has experience preparing breads, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods while maintaining consistency, efficiency, and high standards for freshness and food safety.

• Prepare, mix, shape, proof, and bake a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, and other bakery products.

• Follow established recipes, ingredient measurements, and production specifications to ensure consistency.

• Operate commercial baking equipment, including ovens, mixers, proofers, and other production tools.

• Monitor baking temperatures, timing, appearance, and finished-product quality.

• Support daily production schedules while maintaining quality and efficiency.

• Properly handle, rotate, and store ingredients and finished products.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary production environment.

• Follow established food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.

• Minimize product waste and assist with inventory and ingredient management.

• Work collaboratively with bakery leadership and fellow production team members to meet daily production goals.

• Previous professional baking experience preferred, ideally in a commercial bakery, grocery bakery, wholesale bakery, restaurant, or high-volume production environment.

• Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, mixing, proofing, and commercial baking equipment.

• Ability to accurately follow recipes, measurements, and standardized production procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product consistency.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production setting.

• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working as part of a team.

• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper ingredient handling.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical duties associated with bakery production.

• Culinary or baking education is a plus but not required.

• Full-time, Salaried opportunity

• Early-morning shifts may be required.

• Weekend and holiday availability may be needed based on production demands.

• Consistent attendance and reliability are essential.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.

• Opportunity to join an established and growing organization.

• Hands-on training and professional development.

• Potential for advancement within bakery and production operations.

• Employee discount opportunities may be available.

• Stable, team-oriented working environment.

We're looking for individuals who take pride in their craft and enjoy being part of a team that produces quality baked goods every day.

Whether you're an experienced production baker or have a strong foundation in professional baking and want to continue developing your skills, this is an opportunity to join an established operation that values quality, consistency, teamwork, and hard work.

If you're a reliable, detail-oriented Baker who enjoys working with your hands and producing exceptional baked goods, we'd love to hear from you!

Location and commute

Chicago, IL .

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3153673339.