We’re building something special. Come be a part of it.

Poppy is a gluten-free bakery in Ridgewood, NJ making the kind of bread and pastries that make you forget they're gluten-free.

We’re a small bakery, which means every person on our team matters. We care about beautiful food, really good service, clean kitchens, attention to detail, and creating a place where people genuinely want to come to work.

And yes, there will be a lot of bread.

OPEN POSITIONS

BAKERS

Make the good stuff.

Our bakers are responsible for bringing Poppy's breads, pastries, and other baked goods to life every day.

This is a hands-on production role in a small commercial bakery. You'll work with gluten-free doughs, follow recipes and production standards, operate commercial bakery equipment, and help keep our kitchen organized and running efficiently.

What you'll do

  • Mix, portion, shape, proof, and bake gluten-free breads and pastries

  • Prepare muffins, cookies, cakes, and other bakery items

  • Follow recipes and production schedules consistently

  • Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation

  • Keep your station clean and organized

  • Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures

  • Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

  • Communicate with the rest of the team throughout the day

  • Help wherever you're needed. We're a small team!

What we're looking for

Professional bakery or commercial kitchen experience is preferred, particularly experience with bread.

You should be:

  • reliable and punctual

  • comfortable working early mornings

  • comfortable standing for long periods and doing physical work

  • detail-oriented

  • able to follow recipes and directions carefully

  • comfortable working independently

  • a team player

  • interested in learning

  • proud of the food you make

Gluten-free baking experience is a plus, but not required.

Schedule

Early-morning production shifts are available, including approximately 3:00 AM–8:00 AM and 12:00 AM–8:00 AM shifts. We also have daily prep shifts available (shift time negotiable!)

SALES ASSOCIATES

Be the face of Poppy.

Our sales team is the first hello, the last goodbye, and a huge part of what makes someone's experience at Poppy special.

You'll help customers choose their bread, answer questions about our products, package orders beautifully, keep the front of the bakery looking great, and make sure everyone who walks through the door feels welcome.

What you'll do

  • Welcome customers and provide friendly, knowledgeable service

  • Take orders and operate the POS system

  • Answer questions about our menu and ingredients

  • Package bread, pastries, and other products

  • Keep the storefront clean, stocked, and beautiful

  • Restock displays throughout the day

  • Help with opening and closing procedures

  • Handle customer questions and concerns with kindness

  • Work with the bakery team to keep things moving

  • Become an expert on everything Poppy

What we're looking for

You don't need to be a bakery expert.

You do need to be someone who:

  • enjoys talking to people

  • is warm, friendly, and approachable

  • pays attention to the little things

  • can stay calm when things get busy

  • is reliable and punctual

  • learns quickly

  • takes pride in keeping things clean and organized

  • is comfortable working as part of a small team

Retail, restaurant, coffee shop, or hospitality experience is a plus, but personality and reliability matter just as much.

Schedule

Daily shifts are available covering the hours of 7:00 AM-4:00 PM and 8:00 AM–3:00 PM Thursday-Sunday. Not available the full time span? Apply anyway!

THINK YOU'D BE A GOOD FIT?

We'd love to meet you.

You don't need to write us a novel. Tell us who you are, what you're looking for, and why Poppy sounds like a place you'd want to work.