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Leaven & Love Organic Bakehouse, LLC is a purveyor of high-quality, nourishing foods, specializing in organic, gluten-free sourdough. We are a family-owned, community-oriented business that seeks to provide slow food that brings forth uplifting nutrition in integrity with quality ingredients that benefit the mind, body, and soul of the consumer, those crafting the products, and Mama Gaia.

We are hiring Bakers! This job is based in Sisters, Oregon with some roles taking place in Bend and greater Central Oregon. The opportunity is part-time to begin, with opportunities to increase hours. 

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and your availability to: leavenandlove@gmail.com. 

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Market Brand Ambassador & Sales Associate

Part-Time | Seasonal (May–October)

Leaven & Love – Central Oregon

About the Role

We’re looking for a warm, reliable, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Brand Ambassador & Sales Associate at local farmers markets. You’ll represent Leaven & Love in the community, sharing our handcrafted, nourishing food with customers and embodying the heart and soul of our brand.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in sales and customer service who loves people, good food, and working independently in a dynamic setting.

Availability

• Must be available Saturdays for the Northwest Crossing Farmers Market (starting in June)
  
  
• Ideally also available Wednesdays for the Bend Farmers Market (starts in May)
  
  
• Approx. 8–20 hours/week
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Engage customers warmly and knowledgeably about our products and values
  
  
• Cultivate meaningful relationships with market customers
  
  
• Set up and break down booth independently and efficiently
  
  
• Transport market equipment and baked goods from our commercial kitchen in Sisters to Bend (and back after the market)
  
  
• Keep the booth clean, organized, and inviting throughout the day
  
  
• Communicate a market summary and any issues with the owners post-market
  
  
• Respond to emails/calls from the team during business hours as needed
  
  
• Support additional duties as assigned
  
  

Growth Opportunities

We’re committed to growth—yours and ours. There is potential for expanded responsibilities over time, including opportunities in kitchen production and/or wholesale sales and account management. While this is a seasonal role (May–October), it may continue into fall and winter depending on mutual fit and interest.

Who You Are

• Rooted in Central Oregon and planning to stay for at least the next 6 months
  
  
• Friendly, self-motivated, and punctual
  
  
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working outdoors in variable weather
  
  
• Excited to share delicious, nourishing food with others
  
  
• Able to transport equipment and product reliably
  
  
• Oregon Food Handler’s Card (or willing to obtain upon hire)
  
  
• Strong communicator, both in-person and via phone/email
  
  

Compensation

• Starts at $18/hour, with a performance-based raise after two months
  

Bread Baker 

In this position we are looking for a trustworthy individual with experience working in the food service and/or food production industry to craft gluten-free sourdough bread, and other gluten-free baked goods out of our commercial kitchen located in Sisters, Oregon. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Tally orders and plan production accordingly
• Weigh, measure, & mix flours & other ingredients
• Shape dough and ensure an accurate baking process
• Package bread
• Manage ingredient inventory and report needs to management 
• Deliver bread to accounts in Central Oregon 
• Maintain a tidy work space throughout production and thoroughly clean up space at the end of production process
• Respect other users of common spaces and kitchen 
• Communicate with owners about issues that arise such as hazards or conflicts
• Respond to emails and phone calls from owners and managers promptly during business hours
• Other duties as assigned

Availability: Candidate should be available 15-20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, beginning promptly after being hired. 

Growth Opportunity: We are happy to evaluate and provide growth opportunities and expansion of responsibilities at any time, including opportunities working at Farmers Markets and/or delivering bread.

Required Life Circumstances/Skills/Qualifications:

• Intention of living in Central Oregon for the next 12 consecutive months
• Be punctual and self-managing.
• Positive, engaging, warm personality
• Must be able to carry 55 pounds
• Have a reliable form of transportation and willingness to be reimbursed for mileage accrued during delivery of goods
• Have a cell phone
• Have a current Oregon Food Handlers Card or willing to obtain an Oregon Food Handlers Card upon hiring
• A strong work ethic and passion for sharing positive experiences with customers and coworkers
• Efficient organizational and planning skills
• Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, scales, ovens, and dishwashers.
• Understanding of food safety practices

Pay: Depends on qualifications, no less than $18/hour.