Retail/Culinary Gluten-Free Bakery (oakland north / temescal)

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: Part-time shift available (Weekend shift required. Flexibility is a plus. 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.