Am Bread Baker

The Organization Rhubarb is a chef-driven, farm-to-table restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville serving modern Appalachian cuisine with genuine hospitality. What does that mean? That at Rhubarb, we believe in people-first hospitality from our employees to our farm partners to our guests. We are hiring a Pastry Prep Cook / Baker, but the person will always come before the role.
The Person  As a Morning Baker at Rhubarb, you champion Southern foodways with modern sensibilities. You believe that the whole process is important when it comes to dining: from sourcing our produce and proteins locally and farm-direct, to whole animal usage and sustainability, to working as a team to execute a consistent experience for our guests. You are an autonomous person but enjoy working in a small team. 
The Role Responsible for pastry prep, from scratch croissant production and baking items for the wholesale program as well as in-house programs. Production includes but is not limited to: an advanced bread program, laminated doughs, morning pastries, cakes, and seasonal rotating plated desserts inspired by local produce. Mix, shape, proof, and bake laminated doughs Follow recipes carefully  Support the pastry team in a variety of stations/roles/recipe execution The Qualifications 2 years of professional bread or pastry experience Ability to stand for long periods of time Lift up to 50lbs Great taste in music The Reasons to Apply Full Time or Part Time available Living Wage Paid Time Off Retirement Plan with Company Match Dining Discounts Daily Staff Meal Supportive and Responsive Management Team Career Development Full-spectrum baking exposure: breads, plated desserts, pastries, cakes, etc. Health Insurance (with optional Dental and Vision) for FT Rhubarb is a place where you can simply lean in and enjoy the company. A place where food and drink are at their uncomplicated best - creating personal memories and shared experiences.