Bread Baker

Scratch Bakery Cafe

Bread Baker

Newport Beach, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Opportunity for advancement

    Job description

    About Us: Scratch Bakery Cafe is a neighborhood bakery dedicated to handcrafting artisan breads, pastries, and wholesome café offerings from scratch using high-quality ingredients. We are seeking a skilled and passionate Bread Baker to join our overnight production team in our Laguna Hills facility.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Mix, shape, proof, and bake a variety of scratch-made breads (sourdough, baguettes, various buns, focaccia, brioche, etc.) Maintain consistent product quality, appearance, and freshness

    Operate ovens, mixers, proofers, and other bakery equipment safely and efficiently

    Manage dough fermentation schedules and temperature controls

    Ensure a clean and sanitary workspace in compliance with food safety standards

    Follow recipes and portioning standards precisely

    Communicate with pastry and café teams for coordinated production

    Assist with prep work and mise en place for following shifts when needed

    Be punctual and dependable for overnight production flow

    Requirements: Minimum 3 years of professional bread baking experience (artisan preferred)

    Strong understanding of fermentation, hydration, shaping, and scoring techniques

    Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment

    Shift: 8:00 PM – 4:30 AM (Overnight Shift)

    Company Description

    Family owned and operated. Get in on the ground floor of an exciting new concept.