Baker

HAWTHORNE VALLEY FARM BAKERY, Ghent NY is looking for a full-time experienced Baker to join its expanding operations.  Our bakery produces a diverse line of certified organic artisan breads and pastries and mills organic grains on premise to produce superior quality breads.  The Baker works in conjunction with the Bakery Production Supervisor and our team of bakers.

Ideal candidates will have a:
• minimum of five years of professional baking experience.
• thorough knowledge of pre-ferments and sourdoughs, and be skilled in the mixing, kneading, and hand-crafting of traditional breads and pastries.
• knowledge of all aspects of high volume production including baking times and temperatures of a variety of baked goods, the materials and techniques used in volume production, food sanitation principles and the ability to operate sophisticated bakery equipment.
• strong communication and organizational skills base.

Our Bakery sells its product line at its stand at New York City's renowned Union Square Green Market, our Farm Store and through other regional markets. Our bakery is located in Harlemville, NY about 35 miles southeast of Albany, 20 minutes from Hudson, New York and the Southern Berkshires of Massachusetts and 2.5 hours from New York City.

Candidates must have the ability to do manual work in a production environment, be able to lift 50 pounds, stand for an 8-hour shift and be able to meet flexible hours and shifts according to production needs.  Please visit www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org to learn more about our farm.  This is a full-time, permanent position; hourly wage is negotiable and based on experience, excellent benefits package.

Position is available immediately, EOE, please send resume via e-mail by clicking here.