Bread Shaper

Job Title: Dough Shaper – City Bakery

Location: City Bakery, Fletcher, NC

Reports To: Production Manager

Shifts: Afternoons, nights. PT or FT.

About Us:

At City Bakery, we take pride in serving our community fresh, craft bread. Our bakery is dedicated to producing outstanding sourdough based breads with care and a commitment to quality. We use quality ingredients, embracing time-honored baking techniques, and strive to deliver the best bread to our community.

The Role:

As a Dough Shaper, you will play an integral role in creating the heart and soul of our bakery: great craft bread. This position is perfect for someone who loves the art of baking but is also passionate about contributing to a collaborative and creative environment. You’ll work alongside our talented baking team to ensure that each loaf, baguette, and roll we produce exceeds our customers' expectations in both flavor and texture.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements:

Dough Shaping: Divide and shape a range of craft bread doughs, following our recipes and processes while maintaining consistency and quality.

Quality Control: Ensure all doughs meet our high standards for shape, texture, and appearance, adjusting as needed to maintain product quality.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with the rest of the bakery team to ensure smooth operations and timely product availability.

Maintenance: Keep the bakery area clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards and regulations.

Continuous Improvement: Be open to learning and experimenting with new techniques, recipes, and ideas to help grow our offerings.

Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Desired Skills & Experience:

Experience: Previous experience in a bakery or other food production environment is welcome, but we are happy to train the right candidate.

Attention to Detail: A commitment to producing high-quality products consistently.

Team-Oriented: Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Passion for Baking: A love for the craft and a desire to contribute to a bakery that values quality and tradition.

Why Join Us?

Team Culture: We’re a close-knit team that celebrates each other's successes and supports one another through challenges.

Career Growth: As we expand, there will be opportunities for growth and advancement within the bakery.

Community Impact: You’ll be part of a bakery that values giving back to the community.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Employee Assistance Network

• Free bread and employee discounts on fresh-baked goods

• A supportive, creative, and inclusive work environment

• Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career in the culinary arts

How to Apply: If you’re ready to bring your passion for baking to a place where your skills are valued, we’d love to hear from you!