Birken House Bakery – Summer Opportunities 2026
Think sourdough mornings, garden-to-plate cooking, mountain air, and a tight-knit community that loves good food.
We have the following vacancies, starting July and running through to Thanksgiving.
If you love food, and want a job that feels like you’re at the heart of a vibrant, friendly community, read on.
Bakery Assistant (Part-Time)
Perfect for someone who loves hands-on food work and variety.
What you’ll do:
• Make sandwiches, granola and bakery items.
• Serve customers, do dishes, keep things flowing.
• Help clean the on-site Airbnb when needed.
Details:
• 2–3 days per week
• Can be combined with the Gardener role for full-time hours.
~$21/hr (depending on experience)
Gardener (Part-Time)
Get your hands dirty and help shape what ends up on the plate.
What you’ll do:
• Grow fruit, veg and herbs for the kitchen.
• Develop vegetable gardens and greenhouses.
• Maintain flower gardens for afternoon teas & events.
• Assist with general landscaping and property care.
Details:
• 2–3 days per week
• Can be combined with Bakery Assistant for full-time work
~$22/hr (depending on experience)
The Perks
• Fresh bread and garden produce included.
• A chance to live and work in a unique and friendly mountain community.
If you’re creative, hardworking, and excited by food, nature and community — this might be the summer you never forget.
