Bread Baker with 2 or more years experience

Job Description

Job Description

Bread Baker with a minimum of two years of experience.

Job description

About Us:
We are an Italian bakery dedicated to honoring the traditions of old-world baking. From rustic pane di casa to sweet sfogliatelle, our focus is on delivering authentic, handcrafted Italian baked goods made with care and passion. We're currently seeking a skilled Bread Baker with a strong foundation in Italian breads and some experience with classic Italian pastries.

Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will be passionate about Italian baking, particularly traditional bread-making techniques such as slow fermentation, natural starters, and hand shaping. A working knowledge of pastries—like biscotti, crostate, or cannoli—is a plus. You’ll help bring the heart of Italy to our customers each day through the quality and authenticity of your work.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, mix, proof, and bake a variety of traditional Italian breads (e.g., ciabatta, focaccia, pane pugliese, pane rustico).
• Assist in the preparation and baking of Italian pastries and cookies (e.g., biscotti, cornetti, sfogliatelle).
• Monitor dough fermentation and adjust processes to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain a clean and organized baking station, following all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Work from traditional recipes while also contributing ideas for seasonal or regional specialties.
• Collaborate with the bakery team to fulfill daily production targets and special orders.
• Occasionally assist with packaging and display setup.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience baking artisan bread—especially Italian-style—is required.
• Familiarity with Italian pastries or a willingness to learn is highly preferred.
• Understanding of fermentation, hand shaping, and baking with traditional ovens.
• Able to follow authentic Italian recipes and maintain high product consistency.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work early mornings and stand for extended periods.
• Team player with a passion for Italian food culture.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a bakery rooted in Italian tradition.
• Work with high-quality ingredients and time-honored methods.
• Friendly team, flexible scheduling, and opportunity for growth.
• Staff discounts and a chance to contribute to new seasonal Italian specialties.

Bring your skills, passion, and Italian soul to our kitchen. We can’t wait to bake with you!

Expected hours: 40 per week or more

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends

Ability to Commute:

• West Babylon, NY 11704 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Babylon, NY 11704: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person