Location: Rory’s Other Place, Ojai CA
Schedule: Full-time/Part-time, with some early mornings
About Us:
We’re a dynamic and vibrant café that’s passionate about creating exceptional pastries and sandwiches (alongside our full menu of food and drink offerings). We’re looking for a talented, enthusiastic baker to join our team. If you love baking, thrive in a creative environment, and want to expand your baking skills, we want to hear from you!
Position Overview:
As a baker at Rory’s Other Place, you’ll be a part of our daily baking team of two bakers. You’ll accurately follow recipes, contribute fresh and exciting ideas, and collaborate with the team of chefs to streamline production and ensure consistency. We want someone who has a genuine passion for baking, & works well in a fast paced, high volume environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Follow Recipes: Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, bread, and other baked goods according to established recipes. Assemble daily sandwiches.
Innovate and Create: Develop new and exciting pastry ideas that align with our café’s vision and delight our customers.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen and café team to streamline processes, ensure efficient production, and maintain high-quality standards.
Consistency: Ensure all baked goods and sandwiches are consistent in flavor, appearance, and quality every time.
Customer Focus: Stay up to date with customer preferences, seasonal trends, and new baking techniques.
Early Mornings: Be willing to work early mornings to prepare fresh batches of baked goods for opening hours.
Maintain Cleanliness: Follow strict hygiene and safety standards to ensure a clean, safe work environment.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
Passion for Baking: A genuine love for baking and creating delicious pastries and treats.
Creativity: A flair for trying new recipes and experimenting with flavors and textures.
Team Player: Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
Enthusiasm: Positive attitude.
Attention to Detail: High standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
Experience: Previous experience in a bakery/café/restaurant setting is preferred, but not required.
Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing needs and work hours, including early mornings.
What We Offer:
A fun, collaborative, and creative work environment.
A chance to be part of a close-knit team passionate about great food and customer service.
Potential for growth within the company.
If you’re ready to bring your love for baking to a fun and supportive café environment, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and let’s create something delicious together!