Sourdough Bread Baker

SOURDOUGH BREAD BAKER

NIGHT WORK BREAD

Date Posted July 31, 2025

Location Ballston Spa, NY

Category Culinary

Job type Part-Time

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Night Work Bread is a small, independently owned bakery in Ballston Spa, NY, specializing in organic, naturally leavened sourdough and scratch-baked goods. We're committed to traditional methods, exceptional ingredients, and producing high-quality bread with intention and care.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We're currently seeking an experienced bread baker, preferably with a strong background in naturally leavened sourdough. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who values craftsmanship, consistency, and the slower rhythms of artisan baking.

What We're Looking For:

Experience in bread production, including mixing, shaping, scoring, and baking

Strong familiarity with sourdough fermentation and maintaining a healthy starter

Ability to work early mornings and manage production timelines

A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and pride in your craft

Commitment to cleanliness, organization, and efficiency in a small team setting

Bonus if you have:

Experience scaling up sourdough production

A background in working with organic flours or whole grains

Interest in contributing to product development or seasonal specials

At Night Work Bread, everything is made from scratch, using organic ingredients and traditional techniques. We believe in honest work, thoughtful baking, and supporting a strong local food culture.

If you're an experienced baker looking to work with a passionate, tight-knit teamand want to make bread that feeds both people and communitywe'd love to hear from you.

COMPENSATION

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $17.00 - $23.00

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