Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $18$21/hr
About Honey Veil
Honey Veil is a family-run matcha caf and bakery born in Miami, known for long lines, thoughtful drinks, and baked goods made with a lot of love and a little bit of obsession. Our flagship store at 5748 Sunset Drive is the home base for both our sweet and drink programs.
Were hiring an Overnight Production & Prep Baker to be the backbone of our morningshandling breads, pastries, and the core prep (like house syrups and Honey Whip) that the whole day depends on.
Role Summary
This is a production-only role: no FOH, no savory line.
The Overnight Production & Prep Baker mixes, proofs, bakes, and finishes breads and pastries and prepares key back-of-house items (syrups, Honey Whip, and other drink/bakery prep) on a set schedule. Youll work in the quiet hours so that by the time the doors open, the store and trailer(s) are fully stocked and ready to go.
What Youll Do
Bakery Production
- Mix, proof, and bake breads, cinnamon rolls, and daily pastry items according to Honey Veil recipes and standards.
- Follow production sheets and pars to make sure display cases and trailer inventory are full at opening.
- Scale recipes accurately and adjust proofing/baking times based on dough behavior and conditions.
- Finish products (glazes, fillings, toppings) so theyre guest-ready when they hit the case.
Drink & Bakery Prep
- Prepare core house syrups (matcha, coffee, seasonal flavors, etc.) in line with recipes and batch sizes.
- Prepare Honey Whip and any other signature toppings/creams needed for drinks and desserts.
- Handle additional prep items needed for the morning shift (e.g., cut fruit, sauces, garnishes) as assigned.
- Label, date, and store all prep items in the correct containers and locations so the day team can find them instantly.
Organization & Systems
- Set up and break down your station at the start and end of shift.
- Keep accurate counts of:
- Batches baked
- Prep items made (syrups, Honey Whip, etc.)
- Communicate shortages, overages, or low ingredients to the Head Baker / Pastry Chef or BOH leadership.
- Help improve prep lists and production sheets so the overnight flow becomes smoother over time.
Food Safety & Cleanliness
- Follow all food safety guidelines, including proper labeling, dating, storage, and temperature control.
- Keep work areas, equipment, and storage spaces clean and organized throughout the shift.
- Participate in scheduled deep-cleaning tasks for the bakery and prep areas.
Teamwork & Communication
- Handoff clearly to the morning/day team: whats stocked, whats low, whats fresh, and any prep notes.
- Flag equipment issues or inventory problems early so they can be fixed before they affect service.
- Support a calm, respectful kitchen environmentespecially important overnight.
What Were Looking For
- 12+ years of professional baking or BOH production experience (bakery, caf, restaurant, or hotel).
- Comfortable with bakery basics: scaling, mixing, proofing, baking, and finishing pastries/breads.
- Experience with liquid prep (syrups, sauces, etc.) is a plus, or strong willingness to learn and follow recipes precisely.
- Strong time management skills and ability to work from a production and prep list without constant supervision.
- Reliable and punctualunderstands that the entire morning service depends on overnight work.
- Comfortable working overnight or very early-morning shifts.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Schedule & Pay
- Full-time, on-site role at 5748 Sunset Drive, South Miami, FL.
- Primarily overnight / early-morning shifts (exact hours based on prep and opening times).
- Pay: $18$21/hr, depending on experience and ability to operate independently and handle full prep responsibilities.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note sharing:
- A short overview of your baking and/or production prep experience.
- Examples of items youve produced in bulk (breads, pastries, syrups, sauces, etc.).
- Your availability for overnight/early-morning work and your target hourly rate within the posted range.
Were excited to meet the person who will make sure Honey Veil smells like fresh bread and is fully stocked every single morning.