New Glarus Bakery | Full-Time

New Glarus Bakery is looking for an experienced, dependable Baker to join our team! We’re seeking someone who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working in a fast-paced bakery, and is committed to producing high-quality baked goods.

This is a hands-on baking position involving the preparation, baking, and finishing of breads, rolls, pastries, cookies, donuts, and specialty desserts. The ideal candidate has commercial baking experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Schedule: Full-time, approximately 40–45 hours per week. Early mornings, occasional weekends, and holidays as needed.

Salary: 16.50 an hour plus shared tips after 30 work dates – negotiable based on experience

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, mix, shape, proof, bake, and finish a variety of bakery products following established recipes.
• Accurately measure ingredients, prepare doughs and batters, and monitor baking temperatures and times.
• Ice, glaze, decorate, and finish pastries, donuts, and other baked goods.
• Follow daily production schedules to ensure products are ready for storefront opening, restocking, and customer orders.
• Operate and maintain commercial baking equipment, including ovens, mixers, and proofers.
• Maintain consistent product quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Assist with ingredient inventory, proper storage, stock rotation, and minimizing waste.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards.
• Work alongside the bakery team to meet daily production goals, especially during busy holiday seasons.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of professional baking and/or pastry decorating experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a commercial bakery, restaurant, or food production environment.
• Experience preparing a variety of baked goods, including breads, pastries, cookies, and donuts.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, dough preparation, proofing, and commercial baking equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately, manage multiple tasks, and meet production deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current food handler’s card or ability to obtain required certification.

Preferred:

• Formal training in baking, pastry arts, or culinary arts.
• ServSafe certification.
• Experience with pastry decorating, icing, glazing, and specialty baked goods.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive baking tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry ingredients, baking trays, and equipment safely.
• Comfortable working around hot ovens, commercial equipment, and varying temperatures.

Why Join New Glarus Bakery?

At New Glarus Bakery, we value quality, consistency, teamwork, and pride in our products. We’re looking for someone who enjoys the art of baking, takes ownership of their work, and wants to be part of a team dedicated to creating exceptional baked goods for our customers.

If you’re an experienced baker who loves what you do, we’d love to hear from you! Contact us at hello@newglarusbakery.com or apply on Indeed.