About Us:
Groundwork Coffee specializes in batch-roasted, certified organic coffees and artisanal teas. From our humble roots as a rare book store and cafe back in 1990, Groundwork would go on to become one of the first certified organic coffee roasters in Southern California, as well as the largest organic coffee roaster in Los Angeles. A truly local pioneer in fair trade and fairly traded coffee and tea sourcing, we remain committed to sustainable business practices, including maintaining direct relationships with growers and importers who promote responsible coffee and tea production. From the ground up, Groundwork is steadfast in its commitment to the values of quality, sustainability and community.
About You:
We are looking to hire an experienced, efficient, and quality-obsessed Baker to join our growing team and jump-start their career. Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager and in accordance with Groundwork’s standards, you’ll be responsible for preparing and baking all bread-type goods and ensuring product is always ready on-time.
As a Groundwork Baker, you will work a full-time schedule from 2 PM – 10 PM or 3 PM - 11 PM (calling all night-owls!); organizing all ingredients, planning out timing and use of techniques for all products to ensure the highest quality standards, promoting safe working habits and following all company and food safety guidelines. If you love a great a cup of coffee (or tea…or pastry), embody a positive “can-do!” attitude, and are enthusiastic about your craft, then please apply today!
What You’ll Do:
Schedule: 2 PM-10 PM or 3 PM - 11 PM
Proofing;
Converting Measurements;
Following a prep sheet;
Working with a team of bakers to create an efficient and productive work space
Understand, read, and execute the production schedule
Set up oven, proofer, and retarder as required for specific production, including oven temperature and bake times
Prepare products for baking per standard procedure.
This includes setting, proofing, thawing, scoring or cutting, placing of toppings like cheese, baking, and cooling
Unload products from proofer or retarder, and confirm that the products are ready for baking
Load products inside the oven, and set appropriate temperature, steam (if needed), and time according to company baking guidelines
Unload products from oven, and confirm that they are within the quality standard
Accurately record information on production documents, including but not limited to, oven control setting and spoil sheets, in a timely fashion, and place completed documents in their designated place
Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor in a timely fashion
Ensure that all tools, baking trays, and utensils, especially the blades used for scoring, are kept in a safe place, cleaned, and well accounted for
Comprehend and adhere to operational and safety features of all equipment, including but not limited to, ovens and proofers
Complete duties in accordance with quality assurance, safety, and other company programs and procedures, in accordance with government codes and regulations
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including: wiping equipment, cleaning baking trays, tools, containers, dollies; sweeping and mopping floors, and trash removal.
What It Takes To Rock This Role:
Fluent in spoken and written English
Ability to communicate in a clear verbal manner and hear conversations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to listen effectively
Time Management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Ability to consider the Big Picture and accurately scope out length and difficulty of projects
Ability to learn and apply new knowledge or skills for your work. Willingness to strive for growth and improvement. Commitment to excel in your work
Be accountable for quality baked goods
Can-do, friendly, professional, "Win-Win", "Yes!" attitude
Understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Work cooperatively with subordinates
Perform math computations (add, subtract, divide, and multiply)
Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as production schedules, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals;
Experience in research and development of bread-based products for a retail environment
Experience in training new staff on recipes, techniques, equipment operation, and company procedures
Why Groundwork:
We strive to be the best place our employees have ever worked, and to produce the best coffee our customers have ever sipped. As a part of our team, you’ll be working with people who are down-to-earth, friendly, and passionate in a casual, caffeinated, and fun retail environment.
Groundwork Perks:
Benefits are offered to eligible employees and are subject to change.
Free Coffee to Take Home: 1 12 oz bag of Bulk Coffee or ¼ Pound Loose Leaf Tea every week
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on Food, Beverage, & Merchandise
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance for Full Time Employees
Paid Time Off: Including Sick Hours, Vacation, and Holidays for Full Time Employees
Commuter Program: Substantially Subsidized Metro Pass