Baker

  • Swedish American Museum
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

BAKER

Be part of the Swedish American Museums Cafe in Andersonville.

JOB POSTING

Part-time to possibly Full-time, three five days a week. Early morning hours and ability to be flexible with work schedule. Our candidate must be dependable, consistent, show attention to detail and, be self-motivated, along with maintaining excellent quality control. This position reports to the Executive Director.

DUTIES

The candidate will be the main person responsible for all products sold in the Museum Cafe. The position involves mixing, scaling, shaping, and baking Swedish and other baked rolls, bread, cakes, and cookies.

Candidate must assure consistency and quality of all baked goods on a regular basis and follow recipes and measurements accurately from start to finished products.

The candidate must keep all equipment and work areas clean and assure all equipment is maintained according to all specifications.

RELATED DUTIES

The candidate must become familiar with the history of the Museum Community so to engage on regular occasion directly with visitors. The candidate will also interact with other members of the Museums staff to share information and be part of a collaborative endeavor to achieve the Museums strategic objectives. Other duties may/can be assigned by the Executive Director.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have 2-5 years baking or similar industry experience. A two year or four year degree or certification from a recognized culinary school or program is desired but not necessary.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have experience and knowledge of different baking techniques and ingredients. The candidate must have a food safety and/or sanitation certificate.

SUCCESS FACTORS

The candidate must have the ability to work on their own and work well with others. The ability to multitask a variety of baking projects simultaneously is essential as wells as having the curiosity to learn additional items. Equally essential is the ability to treat all others with respect and courtesy.

Salary and benefits will be based on applicants experience and qualifications. EOE

Submit letter of interest, resume, and salary requirements to

Karin Moen Abercrombie, Executive Director, [email protected] No phone calls, please.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $22.00)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off

Required Skills

Attention to Detail

Flexibility in work schedule

Quality Control

Collaboration With Staff

Dependability

Customer Engagement

self motivation

Communication Skills

Cleaning and Maintenance of Equipment

Time Management

Following Recipes Accurately

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Food safety and sanitation knowledge

respect for others

Ability to Work Independently

Teamwork

Ability to Multitask

Quality Assurance

Curiosity to Learn

Attention to Safety Standards

Respect and Courtesy Towards Others

Organizational Skills

Creativity in Baking

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Job ID: 478939924
Originally Posted on: 5/30/2025

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