Cafe Assistant Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

Café Baker – Corner Market Café

Now Hiring $16.50 per hour Per Hour Plus Tips
You must be 18 years or older to apply

Join Our Team – Where Energy, Quality, and Great Guest Experiences Come Together!

We’re looking for friendly, upbeat, and motivated people who enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in creating high-quality food that guests love.

This is not just a baking role—we’re looking for someone who brings positive energy, works with urgency, and helps create a welcoming café experience for every guest.

If you love:

• Working with your hands and creating fresh, high-quality baked goods
• Being part of a positive, fast-paced team
• Staying busy and active throughout your shift
• Taking pride in products that make people’s day better

Then you’ll fit right in here.

We don’t just bake—we help create the energy and experience that brings guests back every day.

Enjoy a World of Benefits!

Are you seeking a workplace that truly cares about your well-being? Look no further! We are excited to offer a comprehensive benefit plan for our team members.

Part-Time Benefits

Dental and Vision Insurance:
Coverage options available for eligible part-time team members.

Full-Time Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance:
Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.

Matching 401(k) Plan:
Build a strong financial future with our generous matching program.

Flexible Spending Accounts:
Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.

Tuition Reimbursement:
Grow your career with company-supported educational development.

Paid Time Off:
Enjoy personal time and work-life balance.

Don’t miss out on these incredible benefits—apply today!

Position Summary

The Café Baker is a high-energy, detail-oriented team member responsible for preparing fresh, high-quality bakery products and supporting café food production in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in consistency and quality, and thrives in a team that values positivity, speed, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery products following detailed recipes and production standards
• Pull, thaw, and prepare ingredients and dough for daily production
• Support early morning production shifts to ensure fresh daily offerings
• Operate, clean, and maintain bakery and kitchen equipment safely
• Ensure all products meet quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation at all times
• Support café operations by assisting with coffee and food prep as needed
• Deliver friendly, positive guest interaction when working in customer-facing areas
• Accurately handle POS transactions when required
• Work collaboratively with team members to maintain strong workflow and energy
• Stay open to coaching, feedback, and continuous improvement
• Assist with additional café duties as assigned by leadership

Success Factors (What Makes Someone Great in This Role)

A successful Café Baker will:

• Bring a positive, friendly, and team-oriented attitude every shift
• Take pride in producing consistent, high-quality products
• Work with urgency and stay productive in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate clearly and work well with others
• Stay organized while multitasking across production tasks
• Be reliable, dependable, and show up ready to contribute
• Maintain strong attention to detail and food quality standards
• Be open to learning, feedback, and growing within the role
• Help contribute to a fun, supportive, and high-energy team culture

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Manual dexterity and ability to safely operate kitchen equipment
• Ability to work safely with cleaning chemicals and food equipment
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Ability to bend, lift, reach, and move throughout shift
• Ability to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment

Behavior Expectations

We maintain a positive and professional work environment by acting and communicating in a way that promotes strong relationships with customers, coworkers, management, and vendors.

All employees are expected to work successfully with and for others without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

This job description reflects the general duties and responsibilities of the position but is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job tasks.