Production Baker at GINGER FOX Bakery in 35 min·Stratham, NH

Join GINGER FOX Bakery as a PRODUCTION BAKER!

Looking for a full-time career where you can be part of something exciting and meaningful? At GINGER FOX we fuse traditional baking techniques with the highest quality, nutrient-dense ingredients. Combining traditional and alternative baking techniques and mindfully sourcing only the best ingredients.

The Right Candidate Will:

• Raise The Bar Constantly
• Never Stop Learning
• Cherish The Team
• Embrace Personal Accountability
• Be Adventurous

Important Details & Benefits:

• Starting Pay – $22/hr dependent on experience, leadership capability/commitment. This is inclusive of tips which average $7 - $10/hr
• Four Day Work Week – Shifts are 10 hrs long (weekend availability required), hours vary
• All Are Welcome - Fun, positive, safe, clean, and team-centric work environment.
• Paid Time Off - Accrued paid vacation, full-time equivalent. Accrued paid volunteer time off. Paid parental leave.
• Healthcare - Health care reimbursement up to $200/month, qualifying full-time equivalent.
• Growth & Cross-Training Opportunities - Cross-training across multiple areas.
• Self-Development Budgets - For growth in alignment with our core values and company goals.
• Free Swag - Company tee shirts and aprons for uniforms.
• Community - GINGER FOX and ALTITUDE team outings, incentives, and team development activities.
• Amazing Food - Deep discounts on daily shift meals, discounts on retail, and off-shift discounts on food at all ALTITUDE restaurants.

What to Expect:

The Production Baker is a full-time role responsible for executing the doughs and fillings from start to finish, ensuring they meet the high standards set by the Executive Pastry Chef (EPC) and GINGER FOX. This role demands exceptional attention to detail in laminating, mixing, troubleshooting, and shaping baked goods. Ideal candidate - Baker - Bakery Production - Bakery Kitchen

• High-Quality Production - Scale, mix, laminate, and finish all products to the highest standards, following recipes and techniques set by the EPC. Maintain quality control throughout the production process.
• Product Presentation - Troubleshoot as necessary to ensure products meet quality standards, consistently measuring, cutting, and shaping doughs. Communicate potential changes or concepts to the EPC to improve product quality and presentation.
• Time Management - Prioritize and manage time effectively to ensure all items meet par levels throughout the week. Oversee ongoing production and communicate any concerns about daily production or production lists to the Head Baker (HB) and EPC.
• Product Consistency - Maintain consistency in product quality and appearance to align with GINGER FOX’s standards for all baked goods.
• Cleanliness & Organization - Maintain a clean, organized workspace and equipment. Complete all assigned cleaning tasks on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Team Collaboration - Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and timely product turnover. Assist with dual training in all stations, and support colleagues with their tasks. Provide assistance to the Front of House (FOH) during peak hours as needed.
• Communication - Effectively communicate any production challenges, needs, or adjustments to the EPC to ensure ongoing improvements and smooth operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Product Quality - Check products for quality and identify damaged or expired goods.
• Oven Management - Set oven temperatures and place items into hot ovens for baking. Adjust oven temperatures, humidity, or conveyor speeds based on the product's color and consistency.
• Ingredient Preparation - Combine measured ingredients in mixing, blending, or cooking machinery to prepare batters, doughs, fillings, or icings.
• Baking & Grilling -Place dough in pans, molds, or on sheets, and bake in production ovens or on grills.
• Machine Operation - Set time and speed controls for mixing machines, blending machines, or steam kettles to ensure ingredients are mixed or cooked according to instructions.
• Ingredient Measurement -Measure or weigh ingredients, such as flour, using scales or graduated containers to prepare necessary batters, doughs, fillings, or icings.
• Raw Materials Check - Inspect raw materials to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Equipment Maintenance - Check equipment for health and safety compliance, maintain cleanliness after each use and communicate any issues to management.
• Ingredient Adjustments - Adapt the quantity of ingredients to match the number of items to be baked.
• Decorating & Finishing - Apply glazes, icings, or other toppings to baked goods using spatulas or brushes, and decorate cakes or pastries as required.

Why Join Us?

• Fun, Dynamic Culture - Be part of a team that thrives on positive energy and making a real impact in our community.
• Opportunity for Growth – Whether you’re new to the food industry or have experience, this is a chance to learn, grow, and develop your career.
• Flexible Schedule – We understand life is busy, so we’ll work with your schedule to make sure it’s a perfect fit. Opportunity for full-time and part-time.
• Make a Difference – Every day, you’ll help people eat healthy, feel good, and leave with a smile.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• When are you available to start?
• This is a full-time, long-term position. Are you available to work in this position for a minimum of one (1) year?
• Is your current availability applicable for the next 8-10 months? Please be specific (ex. if you are enrolled in school, another job, etc, how will this impact your availability).
• This position requires schedule flexibility, are you available as early as 6am for a start time and as late as 8pm end times for your shifts?

Ability to Commute:

• Stratham, NH 03885 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Stratham, NH 03885: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person