Head Baker
Recruiting Partner: Anthony Leone
New York, New York | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $75,000 to $80,000 | Job ID: 176271
Job Summary
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Are you a passionate baker who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment? We are seeking a hands-on Head Baker to lead production, build systems, and help grow an exciting culinary concept focused on quality and innovation. This is a unique opportunity for someone who loves both the art of baking and the leadership side of running a successful operation.
Head Baker Benefits and Compensation:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
- Growth opportunity with a rapidly expanding culinary brand
Head Baker Requirements & Qualifications:
- 3+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume bakery, pastry, or dessert concept
- Strong scratch baking background with knowledge of doughs, breads, pastries, cookies, and laminated products
- Experience managing production schedules, ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
- Ability to lead, train, and hold a team accountable in a fast-paced environment
Must Haves:
- Ability to create and maintain bakery production systems, pars, recipes, and quality standards
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability to jump into production during peak periods
- Experience forecasting production needs based on sales trends and seasonal demand
- Strong understanding of sanitation, food safety, labor management, and operational efficiency
Head Baker Preferred Background & Skills:
- Experience with new store openings or scaling bakery operations
- Experience with cakes
- Culinary or pastry education preferred
- Background in artisan baking, premium dessert concepts, or specialty pastry programs
- Passion for innovation, product development, and mentoring future culinary talent
JOB ID: 176271
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