Join the team at Mariposa Baking Company and be a part of a successful women-owned, certified green, artisan-crafted, gluten-free bakeshop in North Oakland.

Mariposa bakes and distributes delicious artisan-crafted baked goods which are 100% dedicated gluten-free. We’re looking for Bakeshop team members who have an interest in health and nutrition and who have a personal connection to the Gluten-Free community.

If you want to be part of an enthusiastic, creative work community, join us at Mariposa!

Responsibilities:
• Provide excellent customer service
• Cook and prepare sandwiches as orders come into a small kitchen
• Greet customers as they enter the Café
• Explain savory and pastry options
• Always make the customer feel welcome and appreciated
• Ensure food quality and safety
• Restock Café merchandise
• Explain gluten and other allergy-related food issues
• Use POS system to ring sales
• Participate in the general cleanup of Cafe

Requirements:
• High school Diploma or equivalent
• 1+year experience working in a Café environment preferred, culinary experience preferred
• This job necessitates being able to prepare food
• Food service industry knowledge required
• Strong desire to learn about a gluten-free diet
• Experience with food allergens
• Be sensitive and responsive to all customer diet restrictions
• Connection to a gluten-free community a plus
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene
• Has a current CA Food Handler’s Card (or can get one within 30 days of hire)

Benefits:
• Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental Benefits (20+ hours), 401k Plan and Work/Life Balance Culture

Schedule:
full-time/part-time shifts available (Weekend shift required. Flexibility is a plus. May require to work between both Oakland and SF Bakeshop as needed. Days and hours may vary according to business needs.)

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand on your feet for an entire shift
• Bend and stoop to grasp objects. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat
• Bend and lift loads, not to exceed 25 pounds. Push and pull carts weighing up to 25 pounds
• Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation
• Environmental exposures to extreme temperatures (freezers)

The first 3 months are a trial/training period and upon successful completion of that period, we would determine any changes to the schedule and job responsibilities. Note – Time off is not permitted during the months of November and December.

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