Baker

1 year

JOB TITLE: SPECIALTY DONUT MAKER

A BAKED JOINT is a family bakery & cafe in the heart of DC established in 2015. Our focus is high quality, naturally leavened handcrafted breads as well as a variety of laminated dough pastries. We are proud to have been named Best Bakery by The Washington Post!

A Baked Joint is launching a new donut program focused on small-batch brioche yeast donuts made with intention and care. We're looking for a Specialty Donut Baker to join our team

Key Responsibilities:

• Mix, shape, proof, and fry brioche yeast donuts daily.
• Follow and troubleshoot in-house recipes, adjusting fermentation times and methods as needed.
• Collaborate on weekly production numbers and planning.
• Assist in the development of seasonal fillings, glazes, and toppings.
• Work with our team to fine-tune and streamline donut production for quality and efficiency.
• Flexibility to assist in other areas of our bread baking department, such as shaping and baking naturally leavened breads.

Qualified candidates should have:

• Minimum one year of professional baking experience with yeasted doughs or enriched doughs like brioche.
• Understands fermentation and is comfortable making real-time adjustments.
• Enjoys problem-solving and developing new ideas in the kitchen.
• Works well independently but values collaboration and team communication.
• Is excited about building something new and growing with it.

This is a full-time (40hr/week) position that requires weekend and early morning (4am) availability.

A Baked Joint offers:

• A competitive salary structure
• Free parking
• A supportive, family environment
• Opportunity to be an integral part of a very popular, locally favorited DC business

How to Apply:

All qualified applicants are welcome and should apply. Women, People of Color and LGBTQ individuals are encouraged to apply.

With your resume, please include: a cover letter telling us why you think you would be a good fit for this role + two references with relevant work experience.

Compensation: Hourly ($25.00 - $28.00)

Benefits & Perks: Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Free Parking

Attention to Detail

Creativity in Recipe Development

Time Management

Adaptability

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Quality Control

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Passion for Baking

Customer Service Orientation

Initiative

Willingness to Learn

Ability to follow instructions

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