Description:
Izzio Artisan Bakery is America’s #1 Sourdough Artisan Bakery. We are spotlighting the innovation in our market, making us the fastest growing brand. At Izzio we are focused on providing our customers with great bread created using traditional methods and the best possible ingredients. Our people are a major part of our process and success.

POSITION SUMMARY

The R&D Bread Baker plays a central role in developing and commercializing new breads for Izzio Artisan Bakery. This hands-on position requires deep baking knowledge combined with a scientific and process-oriented approach. The R&D Baker will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to bring bread concepts to life—translating ideas and concepts into commercially scalable solutions.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 2 years of professional baking experience. Commercial bakery and bread baking experience required. Formal training in Baking & Pastry Arts is highly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate, read and write fluently/proficiency in English.
• Strong working knowledge of dough handling, fermentation, proofing, baking, and finishing.
• Working experience with deck ovens.
• Ability to read formulas, scale ingredients accurately, and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Familiarity with ingredient functionality, clean label baking formulation.
• Maintain regular, consistent attendance & punctuality. Must have a flexible schedule that may require occasional nights, weekends, and holidays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Majority of work is performed in production environments.
• Standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and working in hot environments regularly required.
• Will work in environments with exposure to heat and high temperatures.
• All machines are equipped with Protective guards. All safety protocols and GMP’s must be followed.
  Location: Louisville
  Reports to: Sr. R&D Manager
  Compensation is based on the level of experience, other relevant experience, and requirements of the position. The range provided serves only as a guideline and does not automatically qualify all candidates (internal or external) for the high end of the range.
  $25.00 to $38.00 per hour, plus benefits