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Farm Bakery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Bread Baker Journeyman

Cary, NC · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

... in bakery production to meet La Farm systems, policies, and procedures. * Check production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake. * Follow La Farm's system of bread making ...

Dishwasher

Cary, NC · On-site

$14 - $15/hr

... La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999." La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding ...

... La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999." La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding ...

Runner/Preston

Cary, NC · On-site

$14 - $15/hr

... La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999." La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding ...

Retail Associate/Preston

Cary, NC · On-site

$14 - $15/hr

... La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999." La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding ...

Barista/Fuquay-Varina

Fuquay Varina, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $14/hr

... La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999." La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding ...

Barista/Preston

Cary, NC · On-site

$14 - $15/hr

... La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999." La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding ...

Restaurant Supervisor

Cary, NC · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

... bakery operations to La Farm systems, policies, and procedures. * Maintain labor schedules to ensure objectives are met for café. Complete Train the Trainer program. * Control inventory levels (and ...

Baker

Mount Juliet, TN · On-site

$12.25 - $16/hr

Help execute daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the farm's bakery * Work with bakery team to ensure timely and efficient service during busy visitor days * Maintain high ...

Baker

Mount Juliet, TN · On-site

$12.25 - $16/hr

Help execute daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the farm's bakery * Work with bakery team to ensure timely and efficient service during busy visitor days * Maintain high ...

Baker

Lebanon, OH · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Manage the daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the farm's bakery * Manage the bakery team to ensure timely and efficient service during busy visitor days * Maintain high ...

Baker

Mount Juliet, TN · On-site

$12.25 - $16/hr

Help execute daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the farm's bakery * Work with bakery team to ensure timely and efficient service during busy visitor days * Maintain high ...

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Farm Bakery information

What is a farm bakery?

A Farm Bakery is a bakery located on or associated with a farm, often specializing in baked goods made from ingredients grown or produced on the farm itself. These bakeries typically offer fresh bread, pastries, pies, and other treats, sometimes using traditional or artisanal methods. Many farm bakeries are part of agritourism operations, allowing visitors to enjoy fresh baked goods while experiencing the farm environment. They may also sell products at local farmers' markets or through community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a farm bakery worker?

To thrive as a Farm Bakery Worker, you need a solid understanding of baking techniques, food safety standards, and often a culinary or baking qualification. Familiarity with commercial baking equipment, point-of-sale systems, and possibly certifications in food handling are typically required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and customer service skills help individuals excel in this environment. These abilities are essential to consistently produce high-quality baked goods, maintain safety standards, and create a positive experience for customers.

What are some typical challenges faced when working in a farm bakery, and how can they be managed?

Working in a farm bakery often involves adapting to seasonal ingredient availability, managing early morning or irregular hours, and maintaining high standards of freshness and quality. Since many farm bakeries use locally sourced produce, bakers must be creative with recipe adjustments to accommodate what’s in season. Teamwork is essential, as bakers often collaborate closely with farmers, market staff, and other kitchen members to ensure efficient production and sales. Flexibility, strong time management, and a willingness to learn new skills are key to thriving in this environment.

What is the difference between Farm Bakery vs Baker?

AspectFarm BakeryBaker
CredentialsFood safety certifications, baking coursesFood safety certifications, baking courses
Work EnvironmentFarm-based bakery, outdoor and indoorCommercial bakery, indoor
Industry UsageFarmers markets, local bakeriesGrocery stores, bakeries, restaurants
Job FocusCombining farming and baking, often with farm-to-table emphasisProducing baked goods, recipe execution

Farm Bakers typically operate in farm-based settings, blending farming with baking skills, often emphasizing farm-to-table products. Bakers usually work in commercial or retail bakeries, focusing solely on baking processes. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in work environment and job scope.

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Infographic showing various Farm Bakery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Bread Baker Journeyman

La Farm Bakery

Cary, NC • On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

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Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off

Part-Time and Full-Time positions available (Evenings/Nights)
Essential Duties:
  • Team: Embody La Farm values through action, example, and communication: Exceed Customer Expectations, Quality, Dignity, Community, Learning, Teaching, and Innovation.
  • Product: Ensure bread production adheres to recipe specs, ingredient/product freshness and quality standards. Ensure quality, consistency, and accurate product production.
  • Customer Service: Ensure and exude world-class customer service and demonstrate urgency to serve every customer.

Other Essential Duties:
  • Assist Head Bakers in bakery production to meet La Farm systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Check production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake.
  • Follow La Farm's system of bread making scaling, mixing, dividing, proofing, shaping and baking. Adhere to bread recipes.
  • Mix and bake ingredients according to recipes to produce all types of breads and baked goods.
  • Perform a daily shift role.
  • Combine measured ingredients in bowls of mixing, blending, or baking machinery.
  • Roll and shape dough.
  • Complete checklists and clean lists.
  • Develop one new product per quarter.
  • Perform the next day set-up.
  • Ensure proper rotation and inventory - dry goods, cooler and freezer.
  • Operate equipment; set time, temperature, and speed control.
  • Place items into hot ovens for baking.
  • Control inventory levels and ensure proper ordering of supplies and production items.
  • Ensure overall unit safety and sanitation goals and policies.
  • Check products for quality and identify damaged or expired goods.
  • Maintain grade "A" or better by beating health and sanitation inspection standards.
  • Uphold company standards and policies for opening/closing.
  • Ensure safe working conditions and comply with all laws.

Other Duties As Assigned: The statements contained herein reflect general details of the job's principal functions, knowledge and skills requirements, and scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of job requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned or needed.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • 2-3 years previous professional culinary experience baking artisan breads preferred; however, we are willing to teach.
  • Production skills, technique, consistency, and accuracy.
  • Demonstrated creative thinking.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Familiar with utilizing machine mixer, divider, moulder, 5 tier oven.
  • Comprehends dough and bread fermentation process; can make necessary adjustments and calls.
  • Accurate at scaling dough; efficient mixing and shaping large volumes; proper oven management for consistent product.
  • Analytical ability and math proficiency to monitor proper production scheduling of daily operations.
  • Ability to solve business related problems quickly and efficiently.
  • Great relationship building skills and demonstrated positive demeanor as a team player.
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment, multitask and accurately meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility required: Weekends required, holiday work required, two days off (not consecutive).
  • Desire to experiment to create new products.
  • Desire to learn the trade.

Essential Physical Demands:
  • Ability to bend and lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand on your feet for extended periods of time.

Summary of Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance (PPO & HDHP)
  • Dental/Vision Coverage
  • Long Term/Short Term Disability
  • Employee Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Paid Time Off
  • Other Great Perks (Free Bread, store/meal discounts)

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
"After years spent traveling the globe with yeast and flour in hand, consulting for many of the best bakeries in the world, Lionel Vatinet, along with his wife and partner Missy, realized his lifelong dream and opened La Farm Bakery in Cary, North Carolina in 1999."
La Farm Bakery is a modern bakery where families come together around the table to share their lives as they share a good meal. The founding philosophy of La Farm is born out of the experience and tutelage of Vatinet's training in France's prestigious artisans' guild, Les Compagnons du Devoir. Our goal is to continue the centuries-old baking traditions and techniques, honoring the ordinary, yet extraordinary, boulangeries that once flourished in every little town in France."