Full Season Head Baker

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Full Season Head Baker

Location

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center
225 Pavillion Road
East Thetford, VT 05043
United States

Description

April - December
40 hours/wk

Join our passionate team at Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center, where we grow, cook, and serve organic, seasonal food with care. Our on-site farmstand and Hello Café offer fresh, farm-made baked goods daily, featuring local and organic ingredients—many sourced directly from our own fields!

We’re looking for a Head Baker to lead our small but dynamic bakery team in crafting high-quality pastries, breads, and other baked goods that celebrate the flavors of the season. This position is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced baker who is eager to work in a farm-to-fork environment and showcase Vermont’s local and seasonal bounty through creative, high-quality baking.

Responsibilities

  • Daily Baking & Production – Prepare and oversee the morning bake, ensuring a consistent, high-quality selection of pastries, scones, cookies, breads, and more for the farmstand and café.
  • Recipe Development – Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to create new seasonal baked goods that highlight our farm’s organic produce, from fruit-filled tarts to savory hand pies.
  • Menu Planning – Work with the kitchen team to develop weekly and monthly baked specials, as well as contributions for our farm’s Prepared Food CSA and farmstand offerings.
  • Inventory & Sourcing – Manage ingredient inventory, minimize waste, and work with local suppliers to source high-quality, organic, and sustainable baking ingredients.
  • Kitchen & Staff Management – Lead and schedule baking assistants, ensuring efficiency, teamwork, and skill-building in the kitchen.
  • Food Safety & Cleanliness – Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, following all health and safety protocols.
  • Creativity & Community – Engage with the farm’s mission by incorporating sustainability into baking practices, embracing seasonality, and bringing fresh ideas to the table!

Qualifications

  • Prior professional bread, pastry, or kitchen experience is required.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining attention to detail.
  • A creative and flexible approach to seasonal baking, with a love for working with fresh, organic ingredients.
  • Comfortable working early mornings and weekends; this is a full-time, seasonal position (5 days/week, including weekends).
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
  • A positive attitude and passion for farm-to-fork baking!
Categories
Bakery
Compensation and Benefits

This is an hourly position with benefits including paid sick leave, fresh produce, and a 20% discount to our farmstand and café. Pay range is $20-22/hour, depending on qualifications.

Employment Type
Full-time
Seasonal
Date Posted
Deadline
04/01/2025
# of Positions Available
1
How to Apply

To apply, please email the Kitchen Manager with a cover letter and resumé.