Bonjour! Aurore French Bakery brings authentic French pastries, breads, and café culture to Bozeman. We opened our storefront in May 2023 after years of growing through farmers markets and events. We’re expanding our kitchen team and looking for a dedicated Croissant Baker (Tourier) to join us and grow with the business.

Our team includes a bread baker, pastry chef, assistant baker, tourier (croissant baker), baristas/cashiers, assistant manager, and manager.

About the Role:This is a hands-on, fast-paced, and physically demanding role. You’ll be responsible for crafting traditional French laminated pastries with precision and consistency. Early mornings and attention to detail are key.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Tourier Chef in preparing and laminating dough for croissants and other viennoiseries
• Assisting the Tourier Chef in preparing and laminating dough for apple turnovers, flans, and other puff pastries
• Assisting the Tourier Chef in shaping, proofing, and baking croissants, pains au chocolat, and similar items
• Assisting the Tourier Chef in monitoring dough temperature and consistency throughout the process
• Ensuring quality of proofing, egg washing, baking all the products
• Adding the last touches to finish the products such as Croinamon, Flans, Apple Turnovers, monthly specialties, etc
• Ensuring the production of the brioche dough, from making the dough to divide, round, proof, bake, and fill the final products
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Assisting with inventory management and ordering supplies
• Collaborating with the pastry team on new product development
• Adhering to food safety and cleanliness standards

Schedule:

• Wednesday: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Thursday to Sunday: 4:00 AM to ~11:00 AM
• Full-time, year-round (not seasonal)

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with laminated doughs is preferred
• High energy and physically strong (able to lift up to 55 lbs)
• Reliable, punctual, and focused
• Coachable and open to feedback
• Able to multitask and work well under pressure
• Comfortable working on your feet for long hours
• Curious about French baking and culture

Not a fit if you:

• Prefer a slow pace or don’t like physical work
• Can’t commit to weekends or early mornings
• Struggle with structure or teamwork
• Aren’t looking for a long-term role

Pay and Benefits:

• Starting at $19/hr starting wage + tips (total pay $26–$29/hr)
• Paid training
• Employee discount
• Opportunities for growth as we expand
• Paid time off

Our Core Values:

• Caring: We do things with pride and treat people with respect
• Integrity: We follow through, own our work, and support each other
• Sharing French Culture: We bring a piece of France to Bozeman — through food, hospitality, and a joyful experience

Work Location: In-person at Aurore French Bakery 141 West Baxter Lane, Unit 13, Bozeman, MT 59718

To Apply: Please answer the following questions:

• Why do you want to work here?
• Will this job require you to give up anything (like weekend plans or another job)?

For example: Were you considering going skiing every weekend this winter and this job would prevent that? Would this job require you to spend less time with loved ones? Are you hesitating between this and another job? Are you taking a pay cut to work this job? etc...

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organizational needs and priorities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Compensation Package:

• Tips

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Morning shift

Job-related location requirement:

• Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

Work Location: In person