About Company:
Anthony’s is a family-owned group of restaurants with 26 locations across the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. For over 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to showcasing the best of the region through fresh local seafood, in-season ingredients, and genuine hospitality. Our deep commitment to quality is reflected in our unique approach - we operate our own wholesale company, which allows us to source directly from local fishermen, ranchers, and trusted partners. This ensures that only the freshest, highest-quality food makes it to our kitchens each day. Because of this dedication to excellence, Anthony’s is not only a great place to dine - it’s also a great place to work. We’re looking for quality people who share our passion for food, community, and hospitality to join our team. At Anthony’s, we invest in our team members with competitive pay, consistent scheduling, opportunities for internal advancement, and a supportive work environment where people can grow their skills and build lasting careers. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for your next step in the industry, we welcome individuals who are eager to learn, work hard, and bring a warm, welcoming spirit to the table.
About the Role:
The Assistant Baker plays a key role in the restaurant by supporting the preparation and production of baked goods. This position assists the Pastry Chef by performing essential tasks such as measuring and preparing ingredients, mixing doughs and batters, portioning products, decorating baked items, and ensuring all supplies are ready for daily production. The Assistant Baker helps maintain a clean, organized, and efficient baking environment while adhering to all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards. Working closely with the Pastry Chef, the Assistant Baker contributes to the consistent quality, appearance, and freshness of baked products. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow recipes accurately, and a commitment to maintaining production schedules. The Assistant Baker also assists with inventory organization, ingredient storage, and equipment cleaning to support smooth bakery operations. Ultimately, the Assistant Baker is essential to delivering exceptional baked goods and a positive customer experience by helping ensure products are prepared efficiently, consistently, and to the highest quality standards.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with measuring, weighing, mixing, and preparing ingredients according to recipes and production specifications.
- Prepare doughs, batters, fillings, creams, pastries, breads, and desserts under the direction of the Head Baker.
- Operate ovens, mixers, proofers, and other bakery equipment safely.
- Assist with baking, cooling, decorating, portioning, and packaging products.
- Follow daily production schedules and meet restaurant service deadlines.
- Maintain proper food storage, labeling, dating, and stock rotation.
- Follow applicable food safety, sanitation, allergen-control, and personal hygiene procedures.
- Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, utensils, and storage areas.
- Monitor ingredient inventory and report shortages, waste, or equipment issues.
- Assist with receiving deliveries and checking ingredient quality.
- Follow established recipes, portion standards, and presentation requirements.
- Perform other reasonable bakery and kitchen duties as assigned.
- Qualifications
Required:
- Basic knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen sanitation.
- Ability to follow recipes, written instructions, and production schedules.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Reliable attendance, teamwork, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to follow food safety procedures and safe equipment practices.
Preferred:
- Previous bakery, pastry, restaurant, or commercial kitchen experience.
- Culinary or baking training.
- Experience with commercial mixers, ovens, dough preparation, and pastry production.
- Applicable food worker credentials required for the position.
- Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Work may include early mornings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. consistently though out each shift.
- Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.
- Ability to handle ingredients, trays, and equipment within established safe-lifting procedures.
- Exposure to hot ovens, kitchen equipment, flour, and temperature changes.
- Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by applicable law.
- The selected candidate must comply with applicable Washington State food safety requirements, restaurant sanitation procedures, and employer training requirements. A valid food worker card must be obtained or maintained when required by Washington regulations.
- Benefits Full-time employees maintaining an average of 30 hours a week have an option to enroll in medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance. Employees are enrolled in the company’s 401k plan with an annual discretionary match after 500 hours of employment. Paid Time Off is available for all back of house employees and accrued at 1 hour for every 26 hours worked. Other Benefits available in the company include, Scholarships, Meal Discounts, EAP Assistance with the LifeWorks Wellness App.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We look forward to hearing from you! Must be 18 or older to apply. *This is a tipped position