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Production Baker I

Full-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt) $19.00 - $20.54

Salt & Straw is looking for Production Bakers to support our Central Kitchen of Oregon (CKOR) production facility located in Portland’s Central Eastside. 
The Production Baker is an entry-level role on the Bake team and serves as the primary development pathway into more advanced baking positions within the department. The Bake team is responsible for producing inclusions and variegates used throughout Salt & Straw’s finished ice cream products. This role focuses on ingredient preparation, product handling, food safety, recipe execution, and supporting production flow by preparing inclusions to Spin-ready specifications. Production Bakers help ensure products are accurately prepared, organized, labeled, and ready to support daily production needs. 

What Salt & Straw Production Bakers Do 

• Assess equipment, tools, and ingredient needs at the start of each assigned project 

• Prepare inclusions for Spin production using semi-automated cutters, hand tools, or manual methods 

• Support the bake process by following production schedules and recipe steps appropriate for the role 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while following GMPs and food safety standards 

• Troubleshoot basic ingredient, supply, or product consistency concerns while escalating issues appropriately 

• Store, label, and organize sub-assemblies to support efficient Bake and Spin production flow 

• Accurately complete ingredient tracking sheets, work orders, and required production documentation 

• Clean equipment and tools as part of daily sanitation procedures 

• Support completion of End-of-Day production checklists 

• Accurately enter production completion data and quantities into NetSuite 

This Role Might Be Right If You: 

• Have prior experience working in commercial food preparation, manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments 

• Have baking experience preferred 

• Have strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions 

• Have basic counting and math skills for measuring and portioning ingredients 

• Are comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment 

• Communicate clearly and work well within a team environment 

• Are reliable, consistent, and able to follow safety, sanitation, and quality guidelines 

• Show curiosity, willingness to learn, and interest in growing within the Bake department 

• Are comfortable working around food allergens and within refrigerated/freezer environments 

• Are comfortable standing for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks 

What You’ll Get 

• Everyday Pay: Optional access to earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility. 

• 401(k) with Company Match: Eligible after 3 months of service, with automatic enrollment and a 50% company match on deferrals, up to 1% of pay. 

• Paid Time Off: Accrues starting at approximately 2 weeks per year, increasing with tenure. 

• Sick Leave: Forty hours provided after 30 days of employment plus ongoing accrual based on hours worked. 

• Paid Holidays: Twelve paid holidays annually. 

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage: Available beginning the first of the month following your start date. 

• Career Development & Tuition Assistance: Career growth opportunities and up to $1,800/year in education reimbursement for eligible programs. 

• Team Member Discount: Enjoy a 30% discount on our handmade ice cream and merchandise. 

• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, commuter benefits, and pet insurance. 

Wage Transparency 

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $19.00 - $19.93. The broader compensation range of $19.00 - $22.08. reflects future earning growth within the role over time. 

Important Notes 

• Food Allergy Warning: This role involves working in an environment where common food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, wheat, seafood) are present. 

• Equal Employment Opportunity: Salt & Straw is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provides equal opportunity to all applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or background. 

• E-Verify Participation: We participate in E-Verify to confirm work authorization. 

Our Values 

Create the Unbelievable 

Show Up Generously 

Act with Thoughtful Curiosity 

Share Human Kindness 

Make It Count 

These values guide everything we do — from the way we scoop, to how we show up for our guests, teammates, and communities.