Baker

As a Baker at Hani's Bakery + Café, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of breads, viennoiserie, pastries, cakes, cookies, pies, savory items, and seasonal specialties while helping maintain the exceptional quality standards our guests have come to expect. We are seeking individuals who value teamwork, treat colleagues with kindness and respect, communicate effectively, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and are eager to continue learning and growing within our company.

The job expectations:

• Prepare breads, viennoiserie, pastries, cakes, cookies, pies, savory items, and other baked goods according to Hani's recipes, quality standards, and production schedules.

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of baking and pastry techniques, production processes, ingredients, and the proper use of kitchen equipment. Experience with viennoiserie is preferred but not required.

• Efficiently execute assigned station responsibilities while maintaining consistency, organization, and attention to detail throughout production.

• Continuously expand your knowledge of ingredients, recipes, production methods, and seasonal menu offerings while maintaining the highest product standards.

• Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with all team members throughout production and service.

• Maintain excellence in cleanliness, organization, and sanitation while following all food safety procedures, recipes, portioning standards, proper storage methods, and FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.

• Work collaboratively with the entire kitchen team to ensure production goals, catering orders, and daily service needs are completed accurately and on time.

• Help maintain product quality, identify opportunities to reduce waste, and contribute to a positive, efficient, and supportive kitchen environment.

What we need from you:

• 0–1 year of professional bakery, pastry, or culinary experience.

• Strong interest in baking and pastry with a willingness to learn and grow in a professional production environment.

• Experience with viennoiserie is preferred but not required.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to walk or stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Availability to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

• Expected to work approximately 40–50 hours per week.

• English fluency is required; additional languages are preferred but not mandatory.

What you'll get from us:

• An hourly rate of $20–$24/hour based on experience.*

• Scheduled work evaluations with opportunities for advancement and pay increases.

• Paid Time Off to support a balanced life outside of work.

• Unpaid Safe and Sick Leave, and Prenatal Leave in accordance with New York State and New York City law.

• An employee discount of 20% at Hani's Bakery + Café.

• An annual Wellness Allowance.

• Complimentary staff meals and drinks during your shifts.

• Insurance: Medical, dental and vision with employer contribution (available to all team members following waiting period)

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors in determining your pay.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may require you to take on additional duties or projects as needed to support organizational goals that align with your skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

Hani's Bakery + Cafe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.