Baker -
Who We Are:
The Mill is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. A seamless blend of original history and modern elegance; The Mill’s open floor plan evokes a refined dining experience with a unique sense of home comfort.
Fernhaus Studio (the hospitality group behind The Mill) believes in a ‘whole house’ mentality and we expect all departments (Pastry, Savory, Dining Room, Café and management) to support and motivate each other to achieve our goal of guest satisfaction. As an Artisan Baker, you will interact with all of these departments regularly and should be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with your co-workers. We're dedicated to creating a culture that supports a friendly work environment with reliable employment. There are many opportunities for growth within our company as we expand and grow our brand & business.
Job Details:
Potential applicants will have a strong passion for bread & pastry, great attention to detail and high standards of excellence. We are looking for people who are eager to build their skills in the kitchen! The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with exceptional communication and organizational skills, and works cleanly, efficiently, with respect for quality ingredients and careful attention to preparations. You must be able to work with your teammates and follow instructions while demonstrating initiative when working alone. We value hard workers with excellent time management skills and emotional maturity when under pressure.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Strong commitment to excellence: Always do the right thing, especially when no one is looking
- Positive outlook and demeanor; negativity and malice will not be tolerated
- A desire to learn and grow in an exciting & quickly changing environment
- Sense of urgency
- Able to demonstrate classic baking techniques
- Able to keep your station clean and organized before, during and after your shift
- A working understanding of sanitation codes and DOH regulations
- Must be able to lift & a carry at least 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Must be comfortable with repetitive motions (such as walking, bending & standing)
- Adherence to our cooking methods, quality standards, and Bakery rules
- Attendance at all required meetings
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Head Baker or manager-on-duty
REQUIREMENTS & CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESS:
- At least 1 year of baking or pastry in a from scratch, high-volume bakery or restaurant preferred, but not required
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment
- Unprecedented work ethic
- Effective time management
- Be clean and organized
- Have strong communication skills
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Be a self-starter and enjoy working both autonomously and part of a team
- An interest in working with local, seasonal ingredients
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 50 pounds, standing up 8+ hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
The duties of this position may occasionally change. The Mill reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Please send resumes and references to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
