Bread Baker - Common Bond Cafe
Bellaire, TX 77401
About the Job
A Bread Baker in the Bread team needs to be highly knowledgeable in all aspects of artisanal breads: shaping, braiding, proofing, scoring, baking etc. They will work closely with the Head Baker to ensure all is produced in a timely manner and meets company standards, while maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsibilities include measuring and combining ingredients while using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods.
- Maintain complete knowledge of correct use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
- Check and follow production schedule.
- Establish priority items for the day.
- Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standards.
- Inform a manager of any supplies that need to be requisitioned.
- Inform the General Manager of any foreseeable shortages before items run out.
- Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Common Bond requirements.
- Minimize waste.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Maintain uphold the standard of a professional restaurant image, including kitchen cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.
- A Food Handler’s Certification where required by local and state health code regulations. /
- Must always be able to work an 8-hour shift standing up.
- Flexibility to work early morning shifts.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Extensive experience with producing artisanal breads and many types of bread products.
- Extensive experience using various ovens, proofers, mixers, and other commercial baking equipment
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Creativity, culinary aptitude and a passion for working with food.
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral & written instructions and request clarification if needed.
- Ability to work as part of a team and cultivate a culture of teamwork.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Understanding of artisanal bread production.
Reports to: Head Baker, General Manager
In every city, village, and town the “common bond” that everyone shares is the love of good food. It bridges together all ages, cultures, and beliefs. From this idea, Common Bond Bistro & Bakery was opened in May 2014 in the Montrose area of Houston, TX. We now have 11 locations across the city of Houston where the community gathers to dine and bond over good food, extraordinary pastries, and custom cakes.