Baker
LANDED
New Brunswick, NJ, USA
USD 18-21 / hour
Posted on Mar 28, 2026
O’Bagel | Join the O’Bagel Family – Craft. Discipline. Consistency.
At O’Bagel, our product defines our reputation and our people define our success.
Every morning, before the doors open and the lines begin to form, our Bakers are already hard at work. When you join the O’Bagel family, you become part of the team responsible for producing the bagels our guests look forward to every single day.
Our Bakers are the foundation of our brand of trusted, disciplined professionals who take pride in their craft and understand that consistency builds loyalty.
This role requires precision, accountability, and attention to detail. It also offers the opportunity to be part of a growing, quality-driven company that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and pride in execution.
If you thrive in early-morning production environments, take ownership of your work, and want to grow with a brand that is building something special, we would love to welcome you to the O’Bagel family.
Position Overview
As a Baker at O’Bagel, you will be responsible for executing the full bagel production process from dough handling and proofing to boiling and baking.
This role demands:
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Physical stamina
- Commitment to quality standards
You are not simply baking, you are protecting the integrity of our product.
Key Responsibilities
Production Execution
- Properly proof, boil, and bake bagels using commercial kettles and ovens.
- Follow standardized recipes and baking procedures.
- Adhere to precise baking schedules and batch timing.
- Monitor product quality including size, texture, color, and consistency.
- Adjust processes as needed while maintaining standards.
Quality & Consistency
- Ensure every batch meets O’Bagel’s quality expectations.
- Maintain accurate portioning and shaping standards.
- Protect brand consistency through disciplined execution.
- Communicate production issues proactively.
Safety & Cleanliness
- Operate all equipment safely and according to food safety regulations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary baking environment.
- Complete cleaning, sanitation, and restocking responsibilities.
- Follow all health and food safety guidelines.
Operational Support
- Ensure daily production meets volume targets.
- Support inventory awareness and ingredient management.
- Assist with opening procedures and preparation for service.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen and leadership team.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and process consistency.
- Ability to work early morning shifts reliably.
- Physical stamina for repetitive production tasks.
- Comfortable working in warm kitchen environments.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Previous baking or food production experience preferred.
- ServSafe or Food Handler certification.
Schedule & Compensation
- Early morning start times required.
- Full weekend availability required.
- $18-21/hr (based on experience), tips included in wage
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, kneel, and reach as needed.
- Comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment with varying temperatures and moderate noise levels
Growth & Development
At O’Bagel, we believe in developing talent from within. Bakers who demonstrate consistency, leadership, and accountability may have opportunities to grow into:
- Lead Baker
- Production Supervisor
- Multi-Unit Production Support
- Future Kitchen Leadership roles
We value discipline, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship.
Why Join O’Bagel?
- Structured, quality-driven environment
- Supportive and team-oriented culture
- Clear standards and expectations
- Opportunity to grow within an expanding brand
- Early shift schedules
At O’Bagel, excellence starts before sunrise. If you take pride in your work and understand that consistency builds reputation, we invite you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
O’Bagel is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified individuals of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to legally protected characteristics.