Job Description: Experienced Croissant Baker
Paola's Delights, a beloved Italian-American bakery, is seeking a talented and experienced baker to join our team. We're a small, passionate group dedicated to creating high-quality, delicious baked goods. This role is focused on the precise and delicate craft of creating our signature croissants and danish.
Responsibilities
- Lamination: Take pre-made dough and butter block and use a sheeter to meticulously laminate the dough, creating the numerous layers that define a perfect croissant.
- Shaping: Skillfully cut and shape the laminated dough into various forms, including traditional croissants, pain au chocolat, and other variations.
- Proofing: Manage the proofing process, ensuring the croissants rise to the correct size and texture for optimal baking. This requires careful attention to temperature and humidity.
- Baking: Bake the croissants to a golden-brown finish, with a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior. This includes monitoring the oven and adjusting as needed to achieve perfect results.
- Quality Control: Inspect and ensure each croissant meets our high standards for appearance, texture, and taste.
- Manage ingredient inventory for the croissant station and communicate needs to the management team.
- Maintain a clean and organized work station, adhering to all food safety and sanitation standards.
- Work efficiently and independently while collaborating with the rest of the team.
- The ability to prepare and bake a variety of other Italian-American pastries is a plus.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a professional baker is a must.
- Required experience in the lamination, shaping, and baking of croissants and danish.
- Flexibility to work night shifts is required.
- A passion for baking and a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time effectively.
- Strong communication skills and a positive, collaborative attitude.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
If you have a passion for creating exceptional croissants and the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60608 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60608: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person