Join our Team!
Small Baking Co. is an Oregon City based boutique bakery with an emphasis on seasonal locally sourced ingredients and whole grains. We sell at our bakery window, at weekend farmers markets around Portland as well as create custom orders for clients. We're looking to add a few talented, enthusiastic people to our team. The full job descriptions are below (and how to apply). We can't wait to hear from you!
Small Baking Co. is an Oregon City based boutique bakery with an emphasis on seasonal locally sourced ingredients and whole grains. We sell at our bakery window, at weekend farmers markets around Portland as well as create custom orders for clients. We're looking to add a few talented, enthusiastic people to our team. The full job descriptions are below (and how to apply). We can't wait to hear from you!
Saturday Farmers Market Rep
This job is every other Saturday selling at the Portland PSU Farmers Market (on alternating Saturdays). The job goes year round and the markets take no Saturdays off except for Christmas. The job begins and ends at our bakery in Oregon City.
As a rep you represent Small Baking Co. and sell our pastries at a very busy farmer’s market. You are responsible for transporting all market gear & desserts in your vehicle, setting up and breaking down, handling cash and credit card transactions, telling our story, charming visitors and local shoppers, and ensuring each customer has a positive experience. A market day starts at 6:15am at the bakery and ends about 3:30pm at the bakery (9–10 hours)
Our ideal candidate:
Job Time and Location: Begin at our Oregon City Bakery at 6:15am. Then drive to the Portland PSU Farmers Market. The PSU market runs from 8:30am-2pm. End at the bakery to unload between 3:15-3:45pm.
Pay/Benefits: Starting wage is $19/hour + tips (historically anywhere between $20-$60+ per day). In addition, we offer a market trade of $16 worth of product each market, a 50% employee discount on baked goods, and mileage reimbursement for all markets outside of Oregon City. We offer all employees yearly raises.
Interested? Excellent! Please send us your resume and short cover letter explaining why you’d like to work for us and why you think you’re a good fit for this position. Email Joanna with subject line: Farmers Market Rep
Note: This position is only ~9 hours per week so it's not a good fit for any job seekers that need more than this many hours per week. This position is integral to our little bakery operation. This position is best for someone that already has a set schedule and is looking to supplement their hours with a Saturday shift.
This job is every other Saturday selling at the Portland PSU Farmers Market (on alternating Saturdays). The job goes year round and the markets take no Saturdays off except for Christmas. The job begins and ends at our bakery in Oregon City.
As a rep you represent Small Baking Co. and sell our pastries at a very busy farmer’s market. You are responsible for transporting all market gear & desserts in your vehicle, setting up and breaking down, handling cash and credit card transactions, telling our story, charming visitors and local shoppers, and ensuring each customer has a positive experience. A market day starts at 6:15am at the bakery and ends about 3:30pm at the bakery (9–10 hours)
Our ideal candidate:
- love baked goods and passionate about local ingredients
- responsible, reliable and committed to what you do
- manage inventory and handle payments/track transactions
- ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for up to 10 hours
- Has own car to transport all market supplies
- Has a good driving record
- Has sales experience and excellent customer service skills
- A people person- both friendly, approachable, and enjoys talking to strangers!
- Must be at least 18 years old & have 2 + years of driving experience
Job Time and Location: Begin at our Oregon City Bakery at 6:15am. Then drive to the Portland PSU Farmers Market. The PSU market runs from 8:30am-2pm. End at the bakery to unload between 3:15-3:45pm.
Pay/Benefits: Starting wage is $19/hour + tips (historically anywhere between $20-$60+ per day). In addition, we offer a market trade of $16 worth of product each market, a 50% employee discount on baked goods, and mileage reimbursement for all markets outside of Oregon City. We offer all employees yearly raises.
Interested? Excellent! Please send us your resume and short cover letter explaining why you’d like to work for us and why you think you’re a good fit for this position. Email Joanna with subject line: Farmers Market Rep
Note: This position is only ~9 hours per week so it's not a good fit for any job seekers that need more than this many hours per week. This position is integral to our little bakery operation. This position is best for someone that already has a set schedule and is looking to supplement their hours with a Saturday shift.
FOH + Baker’s Assistant
Job Description: Experienced FOH professional interested in all aspects of a small bakery including customer service, production, and operations. This position is Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 7am-3pm. The job entails:
Start Date: As soon as possible.
You must have the following qualities/skills:
Interested? Excellent! Please send us your resume and short cover letter explaining why you’d like to work for us and why you think you’re a good fit for this position. Email Joanna with subject line: FOH
Job Description: Experienced FOH professional interested in all aspects of a small bakery including customer service, production, and operations. This position is Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 7am-3pm. The job entails:
- Serving customers at our bakery window on Friday and Saturday
- Prepping ingredients (like zesting citrus, cutting fruits and vegetables)
- Scooping cookies and portioning scones
- Packing orders
- Dish washing (we are a very small business and everyone shares in cleaning responsibilities)
- Bonus if you are able to run local deliveries/errands by car
Start Date: As soon as possible.
You must have the following qualities/skills:
- Sales experience and excellent customer service skills (at least 1 year)
- Some back of house experience
- Love baked goods and passionate about local ingredients
- Responsible, reliable and committed to what you do
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for up to 10 hours
- Flexible and willing to accommodate frequently changing tasks (multitaskers who enjoy being busy are welcome)
- A can-do hustle attitude/you thrive on conquering tasks efficiently and strive for perfection
Interested? Excellent! Please send us your resume and short cover letter explaining why you’d like to work for us and why you think you’re a good fit for this position. Email Joanna with subject line: FOH