79 Bread jobs in the United States

In a collaborative environment with multiple stations, the bread baker is a person who can take on a variety of tasks, including mixing, shaping, and baking our range of breads, as well prepping produce and sandwich assembly. The bread baking role is a job for someone who is interested in working with a variety of doughs — sourdough and yeasted — and working with our Senior Bread Baker to put out beautiful, wholesome breads every day. While the bakery itself includes pastry, pies, cakes, and other special baked goods, this job is specifically for someone who is interested in and preferably trained in bread. Understanding hydration, formulas, flours, DDT, and bake temps is important but not essential, as you will be trained on our ever-growing menu of almost all sourdough breads.

Performance reviews happen after 90 days; 6-month check-ins for potential promotions. This is a fuil-time role with 4 10-hour days. 

Responsibilities:

• Mixing dough for breads
• Dividing and shaping dough with a team of other bakers
• Baking off breads and boiling bagels, occasionally baking off pastries and baked goods when needed
• Making sauces, fillings, jams, custards, toppings, and more for a range of sandwiches
• Prepping and assembling sandwiches every day
• Maintaining clean and organized stations during work hours, as well as participating in a weekly deep clean
• Washing and prepping produce for use in baking
• Helping with inventory, accepting deliveries

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be comfortable working on your feet for 10-hour days in a 4-day workweek in a high-energy environment
• Ability to ask for help when needed; ability to provide help to others when needed
• Collaborative, communicative, and interested in learning and growing
• Love to bake

Downtime Bakery is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are seeking a skilled Baker / Dough Maker to join our team. You will be responsible for preparing and baking bread for our high volume restaurant.

Responsibilities:

- Measure and mix ingredients to prepare dough following specific recipes

- Cut, form, and shape dough to form bread; also seed and score bread

- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as mixers, and ovens

- Monitor dough fermentation process to ensure quality and consistency

- Adhere to food safety standards and regulations

- Assist in inventory management of ingredients and supplies

Skills:

- Experience in food production or culinary arts

- Knowledge of dough and baking techniques

- Proficiency in using kitchen tools such as knives and dough cutters

- Understanding of food safety practices

- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen environment where creativity and precision are valued. If you have a passion for baking and love bread like we do, we would love to hear from you!

You must be able to work early mornings (5 AM start) and must be able to work weekends and some holidays. This position can be full-time or part-time.

About Chama Mama:

Chama mama is a collection of cozy family restaurants that pays tribute to the Georgian culture and way of life. Our menu is reflective of the diverse influences that have shaped the Georgian nation and is informed by the home-made traditions of an authentically artisanal culture. We proudly subscribe to that most quintessential Georgian proverb: "a guest is a gift from God" and view hospitality as a vocation - not as an industry. We aim to surprise and delight, to connect and enlighten. After all, it's the Georgian way.

General Overview:

The Bread Baker oversees the preparation of high-quality, artisanal breads, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with food safety standards. This role involves managing the entire production process, maintaining recipes, and collaborating with the kitchen team.

General Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of breads. Mix, knead, shape, proof, and bake dough according to recipes and production standards.
• Monitor the baking process and adjust oven settings to achieve consistent quality.
• Follow standardized recipes to ensure consistency in product quality.
• Innovate and experiment with new bread recipes and techniques as needed.
• Inspect raw ingredients for freshness and quality.
• Ensure bread meets presentation and taste standards before serving or packaging.
• Maintain an inventory of baking ingredients and supplies.
• Coordinate with the purchasing team to ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Operate and maintain baking equipment, such as mixers, proofers, and ovens.
• Perform regular cleaning and maintenance of tools and workstations to meet sanitation standards.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate production schedules and delivery deadlines.

• Train and mentor junior team members or assistants, if applicable.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations in food preparation and handling.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in compliance with hygiene standards.
• Record daily production logs and waste reports.
• Assist with customer or team inquiries regarding bread-making techniques or products.

• Proven experience as a Bread Baker or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and bread-making processes.
• Familiarity with operating and maintaining baking equipment.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and ensure product consistency.
• Physical stamina and strength, including the ability to lift at least 50 pounds regularly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

We’re seeking an experienced bread baker or baking consultant to help us develop a signature bread recipe for our upcoming fast-casual restaurant in New York City.

About the Role
This is a short-term but impactful role, ideal for a highly skilled professional who can:

• Refine and finalize a bread recipe we’ve already been working on

• Ensure consistency and scalability for high-volume production

• Provide clear documentation for process and ingredient ratios

• Train our kitchen team on technique, timing, and baking best practices

• Advise on relevant equipment and sourcing, if needed

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of experience in professional bread baking or recipe development

• Strong understanding of dough fermentation, hydration levels, and commercial scaling

• Experience working with fast-casual concepts or high-volume kitchens preferred

• Available for hands-on sessions in NYC (or open to remote consultation with occasional travel)

Timeline
We are aiming to test and finalize the bread over the next 4–6 weeks.

If you’re passionate about great bread and excited to help build something from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send a brief intro and examples of relevant experience to

Chef Thomas Keller's Bouchon Bakery   is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our culinary brigade as  Bread Baker . In this role, in conjunction with the Chefs, you will oversee assigned areas of production and service, and uphold our standards of food quality, cleanliness, and teamwork. 

Located in Yountville, California, alongside Kellers Bouchon Bistro and just down the road from The French Laundry, Bouchon Bakery offers a delightful fusion of French boulangerie traditions and American influences, showcasing a variety of artisanal bread, pastries, and sandwiches made fresh daily. Initially established to supply fresh bread to its affiliated restaurants, Bouchon Bakery has since evolved into a beloved central community, attracting both locals and visitors with its inviting atmosphere and delicious offerings.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise Team: Oversee Commis during preparation and service, updating the Head Baker and Assistant Head Baker on progress.
• Work Prioritization: Coordinate daily schedules with fellow Bakers/Chef de Parties and delegate tasks to commis and externs for efficient workflow.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment, keeping all areas organized.
• Inventory Management: Ensure all necessary items are available at the start of the shift, communicating needs and discrepancies promptly.
• Quality Assurance: Consistently prepare and serve food according to the restaurant's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.

• Experience : 3 years of kitchen experience.
• Certifications:   Candidates must possess a valid State Health Certificate, preferably HACCP Training.
• Attention to Detail : Strong organizational skills and impeccable cleanliness standards.
• Interpersonal Skills : Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Adaptability : Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-demand environment. Flexibility to handle changing demands and priorities with grace.
• Desire for Excellence : A deep enthusiasm for food, beverage, and hospitality, with a particular focus on pastry. Desire to work with top-tier equipment, ingredients, and talented professionals.

Chef Keller’s collection of restaurants is founded on a culture of mentorship and provides a solid foundation of skills to support the culinary profession. We are proud to offer:

• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• 401K with no waiting periods and the opportunity to receive up to 4.0% of your earnings as matching contributions
• Competitive health insurance options, with employer contributions toward your premium based on the plan you choose
• Voluntary plans such as vision, life and AD&D insurance, accident, hospitalization, critical illness plans, pet insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Daily family meal
• Scholarship programs
• Peer mentorship program
• Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller’s casual properties
• Gym membership discount

Who we are:

With more than 10 properties and 800 employees, the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG) has grown from one restaurant to a large family of businesses.

TKRG proudly represents The French Laundry, Per Se, The Surf Club Restaurant, Bouchon Bistro, Bouchon Bakery, Ad Hoc and RO Restaurant & Lounge. The properties and people Chef Keller inspires are known for setting new standards in cuisine, service and employment experiences. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the hospitality profession. As we have expanded over time, the expectations that set apart our restaurants have not changed: ensuring that every guest feels special, and every guest experience is exceptional. A guest can walk into The French Laundry or one of the Bouchon Bakeries and have the most enjoyable, unique and memorable experience. A chef will find the same blue aprons and green tape in each of our kitchens—symbols of a common striving for excellence. Outside the kitchens, every action we take must reflect the generosity, nurturing and finesse within. As members of the TKRG family, we have the responsibility to ensure this consistency. Beyond it all is a mission, perhaps summed up best by Chef Keller himself. “To make people happy, one guest at a time,” he says. “That is what cooking is all about.”

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time.

Job Description

Bread Cook

Position Overview:

The Bread Cook is responsible for preparing, baking, and finishing a variety of bread products according to recipes and standards. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, with a passion for artisan bread making and a dedication to producing high-quality baked goods.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Bread Preparation:
   • Mix, knead, and shape bread dough according to recipes and instructions.
   • Operate commercial ovens and other kitchen equipment to bake bread to perfection.
   • Monitor bread production to ensure proper proofing and baking times.
2. Quality Control:
   • Ensure that all bread is baked to the highest standards, with attention to texture, taste, and appearance.
   • Adjust recipes or processes as needed to maintain consistency and quality.
3. Inventory and Supplies:
   • Manage inventory of ingredients, including flour, yeast, and other baking essentials.
   • Maintain an organized and clean work area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
   • Communicate with management regarding supply needs or equipment issues.
4. Team Collaboration:
   • Work closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate baking schedules and meet production needs.
   • Assist with special orders or requests as needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a bread cook or baker is required.
• Strong understanding of bread-making techniques, including fermentation and proofing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Your job as cashier will be a blend of hospitality and operations. Aside from taking orders and processing payments, you'll often be responsible for making sure the front of the house is neat and orderly, restocking items, and answering the phone. The most important aspect of your work as Cashier is to provide accurate and friendly service to ensure guests will return.

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Performs production line tasks as directed by person in charge. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Performs routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment. Maintains cleanliness of work area(s). Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc. Performs other duties as directed by supervision. Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.) Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures

Entry level position requiring minimal training to fulfill tasks.

No education required; however must have demonstrated ability to read, comprehend and record necessary information applicable to job.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Hourly, $19.10. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Molly Bryant at

Savannah, GA, US

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits :

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Performs production line tasks as directed by person in charge. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

* Performs routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.

* Maintains cleanliness of work area(s).

* Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.

* Performs other duties as directed by supervision.

* Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)

* Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures

* Entry level position requiring minimal training to fulfill tasks.

* No education required; however must have demonstrated ability to read, comprehend and record necessary information applicable to job.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Hourly, $19.10. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Molly Bryant at or.

Nearest Major Market: Savannah

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