Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
We’re Hiring a Part-Time Baker at Second Daughter!
Philadelphia, PA |
Second Daughter is a small but mighty bakery rooted in community, creativity, and care. We’re looking for a kind, go-getter full-time baker who’s excited to grow with us.
A solid foundation in pastry and prep, with experience in a professional kitchen or bakery
- Comfortable scaling recipes and working cleanly and efficiently
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- A calm presence, especially in high-energy or high-pressure moments
- Willing to jump in wherever needed: from mixing cake batter to shaping cookies to helping with dishes
- Great with customers and team members alike
Bonus (but not required):
- Experience with bread-making or laminated doughs
- Familiarity with market baking or high-volume production
What you’ll do:
- Mix, shape, and bake a variety of pastries
- Production baking
- Making fillings, frostings,
- Prepare baked goods – Mix, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, and cakes.
-
Follow recipes – Ensure consistency and quality.
-
Manage inventory – Track ingredients and reorder supplies.
-
Maintain cleanliness – Follow hygiene and food safety standards.
- Prep ingredients, scale recipes, and support daily production
- Interacting with customers at pick-up or markets
This is a hands-on role with room to grow. We’re looking for someone who’s excited to be part of a small team, contribute ideas, and help us make something special every day.
This role is well-suited for someone who can take direction, show initiative, and adapt quickly. Bakers often work in dynamic environments where following instructions, thinking ahead, and adjusting to changing demands are key to success.
To apply:
Send us a bit about yourself, your experience, and why you’d like to work at Second Daughter.
Bonus points for your favorite pastry memory or what you’d bake on a slow Sunday morning at home.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($17.00 - $18.00) plus tips
Estimated Weekly Tips: $100.00
Benefits & Perks: Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program, Welcoming and team oriented environment
Required Skills
Teamwork
Time Management
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Creativity
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Communication Skills
Read more
Gallery
Other jobs you might be interested in
Breads, American, Desserts
Bakery / Patisserie
Second Daughter was born from the love of food shared by two sisters. What started as a family bond over recipes and time spent in the kitchen has grown into a business rooted in care, creativity, and community.
Since opening, we’ve been honored with recognition that reflects the heart we put into our work — including being named a James Beard Award semi-finalist for Outstanding Baker, and receiving a Best of Philly nod in 2021 for our brownies.
Going forward, Second Daughter will continue to grow as an artisanal bakery dedicated to crafting thoughtful, high-quality pastries that bring people together. Food is what brings us together as one, and we bake with that spirit every day.
Awards / Distinctions
2022






