Baker - Madison Cafe

About Wonderstate Coffee
For us, coffee is a source of wonder. Since 2005, Wonderstate has roasted earnest and extraordinary coffees that honor relationships and champion our collective future. Our coffees, and our values-lead approach, have caught on. As the 2010 Roast Magazine Roaster of the Year and five-time Good-Food award winner, our mission continues to expand with three cafes and strong customer relationships in grocery stores, coffee shops, and offices around the Upper-Midwest and all over the country. Yet like the Driftless region we call home, we know you don’t have to be big to make an impact. From our industry-leading minimum price guarantee to farmers, to our 100% solar powered roastery, 5% Giving program, and embracing a healthy work-life balance for all staff, we’re working to do our part.
We're seeking collaborative, curious, and kind people to join us and to build our collective future, together.
Position Overview
The Baker plays a central role in the success of the café’s kitchen team, holding the responsibility for the quality production of food at the cafe. Bakers at Wonderstate demonstrate our value of “Excellence. Always.” by preparing high quality food and maintaining an impeccably clean workspace. The Baker works closely with the Kitchen Lead and Cafe Manager to achieve the café’s goals.
Benefits
Telehealth, Dental & Vision (working over 20 hours/week)
Supplemental Insurance (working over 20 hours/week)
Retirement Plan
Wellness & Commuter Reimbursements
Free coffee to each employee
Shift meals & drinks
Wonderstate discount on food, beverages & merchandise
Core Responsibilities
Produce stellar baked goods, in high volume, for both the food menu and the bakery case, working independently.
Prioritize and execute baking independently, upholding the stated expectations for the café, including quantities, recipes and storage
Honor relationships within the team, gives and receives feedback respectfully, expresses gratitude to others, and actively contributes to a positive team environment
Communicate with the Front of House about products and storage
Manage bread quantities in cold storage
Practice extreme cleanliness and maintain a sanitary work environment. Wash and dry all dishes related to the baking program. All furniture, fixtures and equipment in the kitchen must be cleaned daily and more frequently if needed
Track items that need to be ordered and communicate needs in a timely manner
Ensure quality control and report any issues to the Kitchen Lead or Cafe Manager
Provide excellent customer service when necessary
Uphold kitchen processes
Follow Food Safe Serve and state sanitation guidelines
Set up and break down the kitchen
Exemplify the core values of Wonderstate Coffee
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Requirements and Desired Skills
Communicates respectfully, clearly and promptly with team members and customers
Ability to remain calm and personable in a fast-paced environment
Consistently arrives to work on time, dressed appropriately for kitchen work
Ability to bring joy to customers and team members, and engage with our community
Strong organization and time management skills with a dedication to excellence
Ability to read and follow recipes
Impeccable follow through
Exemplary kitchen skills and desire to produce high quality food that customers love
Desire to continually be challenged and grow as a professional
Passion for ethically sourced, organic, high quality coffee and food, and supporting farmer cooperatives
Prior production or baking experience preferred, but not required
Work Environment
Schedule varies each week
Weekend hours are required
Participation in quarterly deep clean process at least once a year
Participation in special events or catering on occasion
Participation in monthly staff meetings required
Physical demands include bending, lifting 50 lbs repeatedly, and standing for long hours
Hours, Wage & Location
Onsite, Madison, WI
Non-exempt, Part-time. Sunday and Monday required.
Minimum Pay Guarantee $15.00 per hour. Starting wage is $11.00 per hour and following probationary period will move to $13.00 per hour. Estimated tips are on average between $4-5 on an hourly basis
Other duties
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Wonderstate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Employment type
Part-Time (Café, 20-30 hours)

Work arrangement
No