About Home Kneads

Home Kneads is one of the fastest-growing bakeries in Iowa, built on a passion for real food, community, and craftsmanship. As we expand into a new commercial storefront in Slater (opening July 2026), we’re looking for dedicated team members to grow with us.

We specialize in artisan sourdough breads made with organic, whole, and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. With strong community support and a growing wholesale partnership with local Fareway stores, this is an exciting time to join our team.

We believe that healing the body starts with the food you eat—and we bring that mission to life every day through our bread.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a full-time hardworking, team-oriented Artisan Sourdough Baker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in producing high-quality bread.

This role is both physical and creative, you’ll be hands-on in production while also having the opportunity to develop your own recipes and earn commission from them.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure and prepare ingredients for sourdough bread
• Feeding the starter to ensure production needs are met
• Mix, shape, and handle large volumes of dough (hundreds of loaves per mixing shift)
• Load and unload commercial ovens (30+ loaves at a time)
• Much be able to carry heavy items: 50# flour bags, 25# salt bags, 20L water bins, etc.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas
• Work collaboratively with the baking team to meet daily production goals
• Assist with point-of-sale/customer checkout as needed
• Support and assist with monthly sourdough baking classes

Schedule Requirements

• 30-40 hours a week with potential OT available during busy weeks/seasons
• At least one evening shift per week (3:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
• At least one early morning shift per week between Thursdays – Saturdays (starting at 4AM)
• At least one Sunday night shift per month
• Some holiday availability required

What We’re Looking For

• Strong work ethic, reliable, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to perform physically demanding work (standing, lifting, repetitive tasks)
• Team player with a positive attitude and a passion for baking/food
• Someone who is coachable and has a growth mindset
• Prior baking or kitchen experience is a plus, but not required

What Makes This Role Unique

• Creative freedom: Develop your own recipes
• Commission opportunity: Earn up to 10% of sales from your original products
• Growth opportunity: Be part of a rapidly expanding local business
• Community impact: Help bring high-quality, nourishing food to a small town

Why Join Home Kneads?

This is more than a bakery job—it’s a chance to be part of building something meaningful from the ground up. You’ll gain hands-on experience in artisan baking, contribute to a growing brand, and work alongside a team that values excellence, creativity, and community.

If interested, please email your resume to iowahomekneads@gmail.com and a description of why you are interested in the role.