Careers FAQ 's

What is the best way for me to apply for hourly opportunities in the stores?

• The best way to apply for the hourly positions with Specialty's Café & Bakery is to submit your resume through the Fresh Opportunities page. You can also download a copy of the application from the website and return a completed copy to a Specialty's Café & Bakery location. Or you can obtain an application at any of the Specialty's Café & Bakery locations.

How can I apply for a position within the corporate office of Specialty's Café and Bakery?

• Again, the best way to apply for a position within Specialty's Café & Bakery is to submit your resume through the Fresh Opportunities page.

What is the minimum age requirement to work at Specialty's Café & Bakery?

• You must be at least 16 years old to be employed at Specialty's Café & Bakery. However, some positions may require a minimum age of 18 to ensure compliance with Federal and State law requirements. If you are under 18 years of age, we require a valid work permit.

What benefits do i get for working at Specialty's Café & Bakery?

• Specialty's Cafe & Bakery offers competitive benefit packages for all positions. All of our team members enjoy a great work-life balance. We provide extensive on-the-job training for all new hires. There are a lot of opportunities to grow with us since we are an expanding company that promotes from within.

Why should I answer the question "what are your specialties?"

• It is often difficult to list your career history on a piece of 8 ½ by 11 paper. This is your chance to tell us the special qualities that enable you to perform the essential functions of your desired position. By letting us know your specialties, you can differentiate yourself from the other candidates and show us why you are the best candidate for the position.

Can I still apply to Specialty's Café & Bakery, even if I am not interested in any specific position that is current available?

• Yes. You should send a copy of your resume and a cover letter to careers@specialtys.com. This way, if an appropriate position becomes available in the future, we can contact you.

I don't have any baking or kitchen production experience, can I still apply for a baking or kitchen production position?

• Yes, we are willing to train anyone with a can-do attitude and an eagerness to learn.

Do I need any experience to apply for a team lead or general manager position?

• Yes. For the Team Lead position, we usually look for candidates with 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in the food service industry. For the General Manager position, we look for candidates with 3 to 5 years of managerial experience, preferably in the food service industry.

What kind of training will I receive?

• The training at Specialty's Café & Bakery consists of various programs designed to give you the skills and tools so you can excel in your position. The length of the training is dependent on the position you apply for, but typically all hourly employees receive 2 to 5 days of one-on-one on-the-job training. Some hourly positions, such as Catering Lead and Kitchen Supervisor, receive training that lasts up to 15 days. Team Leads and General Managers must complete a one-month and a three-month training period, respectively.

What are your expansion plans?

• Specialty's Café & Bakery is growing rapidly with expansion plans in the Northern California and Pacific Northwest regions.