Sweetest job ever.
The Cakery on First is
HIRING
We’ve got room for summer interns too.
Calling all cake lovers
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Calling all cake lovers 〰️
The Cakery on First is a microbakery located in Sandpoint, Idaho. Launched in June of 2023, we operate out of a commercial kitchen located on South 1st Avenue and sell our pretty baked goods online for local pick up, at the Saturday farmers market throughout the summer, and around town through our mobile pop-up cart. Summer is our peak season and that means we’re looking for the right set of helping hands. Think you might be a great fit? Here’s everything you need to know about our hiring process and available positions.
Our hiring process happens in four steps:
Submit your application online (instructions below)
We respond to every complete application we receive. If it’s a good match, we’ll set up an interview.
If the interview goes well, we’ll invite you to do a trial day in the kitchen.
If that goes well, you’re on your way to a sweet new summer job.
To get started, here’s how to apply:
Submit the inquiry form at the bottom of this page.
Send your resume with a short introduction to yourself to thecakeryonfirst (at) gmail (dot) com
Include two references that are not family members or personal friends.
Please note that your application is not complete until all of these items have been received. We respond to every complete application we receive so if you haven’t heard from us, we’re missing a piece of your application. Please check your spam and trash filters as we often get booted there, especially if you’re emailing from an LPOSD address.
We’re excited to hear from you!
The Cakery on First is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on account of race, age, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, or religion.
Interested in working for us for summer 2025?
We’ll be hiring for the following positions:
Summer Cake Fairy
Responsibilities:
The Cakery on First is seeking what we’re calling Summer Cake Fairies to serve as helping hands in all of the multifaceted needs of a growing baking business. This person will be able to effectively flit between a multitude of tasks as needed from washing dishes (a lot of dishes) to prepping frostings and fillings to staffing our new cupcake cart and everything in between. You’ll enjoy this role if you love a dynamic and creative work environment, are quick to learn new tasks, and are not afraid of asking questions or taking direction. Must have meticulous attention to detail and be comfortable working in the close quarters of a commercial kitchen as well as in a public-facing sales setting. Prior restaurant and/or customer service experience is preferred but not required.
Hours:
Part time, flexible from May 1 to October 17.
Pay:
$13.00 hourly, up to 15 hours a week.
Of Note:
Competency and confidence in on-the-spot change counting necessary. Nights are not required with this role and weekends would be exceptionally rare. Reliable transportation is a must and because we’re feeding the public, you must be up for completing the Idaho Food Safety Training & Exam (it’s short and totally free).
Dishwasher/prep baker
Responsibilities:
The Cakery on First is seeking a dishwasher/prep baker and we’re not gonna lie, we go through a lot of dishes. Keeping them flowing allows us to bake as much as possible and as such, this position is the backbone of our production capacity. This role is split 80/20 between dishwashing responsibilities and bakery prep tasks so a love for baking is necessary and some experience (even if just as a hobby) is preferred. Must be comfortable working in the close quarters of the commercial kitchen, able to stand for up to five hours, and able to safely lift up to 40 lbs.
Hours:
Part time, flexible from May 1 to October 17.
Pay:
$13.00 hourly, up to 15 hours a week.
Of Note:
Nights and weekends not required for this position. A reliable form of transportation is a must though. Because you will be involved in preparing food for the public, you must be up for completing the Idaho Food Safety Training & Exam (it’s short and totally free).
Cakery Interns
Responsibilities:
The Cakery on First is opening our kitchen to summer interns. Interns will have a hand in helping out with all aspects of daily operations providing a well-rounded opportunity to gain valuable, transferable work experience. Successful interns will be eager to learn with a teachable spirit and a can-do attitude. Naturally, a strong interest in baking and pastry is desirable. Must be comfortable working in the close quarters of the commercial kitchen, able to stand for up to five hours, and able to safely lift up to 40 lbs.
Hours:
Up to 6 hours a week. These hours can be divided over a number of days.
Pay:
Our intern positions are unpaid.
Of Note:
Nights and weekends not required for this position. A reliable form of transportation is a must though. Because you will be involved in preparing food for the public, you must be up for completing the Idaho Food Safety Training & Exam (it’s short and totally free).
Market Table Interns
Responsibilities:
The Cakery on First is seeking summer interns to help us serve our customers at our busy and beautiful Saturday farmers market table. The Farmers Market at Sandpoint runs from 9a - 1p every Saturday from May 3 through October 18th (2025 season). Scheduling is flexible but interns must be available to work the market table at least one Saturday per market month. You’ll enjoy working the market table if you love interfacing with our community and take pride in outstanding customer service. Our ideal volunteer has a warm and friendly disposition and a passion for beautiful baked goods.
Hours:
One Saturday a month from May - October, from 7:30a - 2p
Pay:
This is an unpaid position. But will you receive yummy baked goods in exchange for your time? Yes. Yes, you will.
Of Note:
A reliable form of transportation is a must. You must be comfortable with and competent in accurate on-the-spot change counting.