Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Bread Baker and Lamination expert - Full Time
Summary of our Verzenay's business: We make handcrafted French baked goods, pastries, with no artificial ingredients! Everything we make is in house and our business is retail direct to customers only. We do not focus on Wholesale.
We started our business in 2014 at the Green City Farmer's market in Lincoln Park, and opened our Store front in Lincoln Park, July 28, 2021. and at this time looking for team members who are willing to take on the challenge by joining our Verzenay team. We are a proud Women owned business.
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Full time. Experience in Artisan Breads, Lamination and Viennoiseries making is required - at least 2 years plus is required in 1-2 area, but must be open to all three areas.
Please send resumes to [email protected] . Call 817-875-0699 for any questions.
- Most importantly, have a desire to make great looking and great tasting french artisanal breads and pastries and Viennoiseries.
- 60-70% of time will be spent on lamination of doughs and pastries; 30% will be involved shaping and making artisan breads and morning bake off couple of days in the week.
- Utilize the seasonal fruits and ingredients to showcase seasonal products.
- Bring the best of the global, ethnic flavors as needed - overall be creative or at least work alongside the main pastry chef and owner to roll out already established concepts and new products successfully.
- Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the bakery’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
- Should have strong organizational and time management skills.
- Take delivery of supplies and store in designated areas as soon as receiving the products.
- Should be able to lift objects weighing about 50lbs, lift, bend and stand for long hours during shifts.
- Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread, pastries, desserts etc. following traditional and modern recipes.
- Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
- Fill-in for fellow employees where needed; Work as a team and train other employees as needed
Application Questions
You have requested that ask candidates the following questions:
- How many years of Baking and or Pastry experience do you have?
- Are you authorized to work in the following country: United States?
- Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $21.00)
Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
artisan breads
Lamination
Viennoiseries Making
Seasonal Product Showcase
Global, Ethnic Flavors Incorporation
Creative Thinking
Organizational Skills
Time Management
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