Evening Baking Production

Evening Baking Production

Department: Bakery
Reports To: Bakery & Kitchen Manager
Location: Clovis

At Kuppa Joy, our mission is to Love God, Love People, Love Coffee. For over a decade, we’ve used coffee as a way to connect with our community, foster meaningful relationships, and pursue excellence in everything we do.

While faith is not a requirement for employment, our culture is rooted in growth, integrity, hospitality, accountability, and continuous improvement. As we expand, we are committed to providing fresh pastries to each of our locations daily. 

The Evening Baking Production role is an entry-level bakery role responsible for supporting daily production through hands-on preparation, baking, and cleaning tasks. This position works closely with bakery leadership to execute recipes accurately, maintain food safety standards, and ensure products are prepared consistently and on time.

This role is ideal for someone with basic baking or cooking experience who is dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. The Baking Assistant plays an important role in maintaining quality, efficiency, and organization within the bakery.

Baking & Production Support

• Prepare ingredients, doughs, batters, and fillings according to established recipes and instructions.


• Assist with baking, cooling, finishing, and packaging products as assigned.


• Follow production schedules to ensure timely completion of daily baking needs.


• Accurately measure ingredients and follow written and verbal instructions.

Quality & Food Safety

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department guidelines.


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, tools, and equipment.


• Monitor product quality and notify leadership of any concerns or inconsistencies.


• Practice proper food handling, storage, labeling, and rotation (FIFO).

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Work cooperatively with bakery team members and leadership.


• Communicate clearly and respectfully during shifts.


• Maintain punctuality, reliability, and a strong work ethic.


• Be receptive to coaching, feedback, and ongoing training.

Cleaning & Closing Duties

• Assist with daily and weekly cleaning tasks, including dishes, surfaces, floors, and equipment.


• Follow closing and sanitation checklists as assigned.


• Support overall organization and readiness for the next production day.

Qualifications & Experience

• Preferred: At least 1 year of baking, cooking, or commercial kitchen experience.


• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and standard operating procedures accurately.


• Basic understanding of food safety and cleanliness standards (training provided).


• Strong attention to detail and consistency.


• Willingness to learn and grow within the bakery team.

Physical & Scheduling Requirements (Essential Functions)

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-faced environment


• Ability to Lift, push, or pull up to 50lbs regularly


• Ability to bend, reach, squat, kneel, and perform repetitive motions


• Comfortable working weekends, holidays, and overnight up until 2-4am.

Availability

• Minimum availability of 20 hours per week


• Availability on Sundays and holidays as required

Requirements

• California Food Handler Certification (must obtain upon hire)


• Completion of pre-employment assessments (sent via email)


• Participation in a video interview as part of the hiring process

Compensation & Benefits

• $18 per hour 


• Available 20 hours (Sunday thru Friday 6pm to 2am)


• Complimentary shift beverage


• 15% employee discount


• Medical benefits (full-time employees only)


• 401(k) with employer match (up to 4%)

Hiring Process Notice

This job posting is part of an open recruitment and may remain active even when positions are not immediately available.

If your application aligns with our needs when an opening becomes available, we will reach out directly. If you do not hear from us within 4–6 weeks, your application will be kept on file, but we will not be moving forward at that time.

Equal Employment Opportunity & At-Will Employment

Kuppa Joy Coffee House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment with Kuppa Joy Coffee House is at will, meaning either the employee or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.