Lead Artisan Bread Baker (Sourdough & Production)

The Glen Hotel Pty; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Loaf Bakery in Western Australia is seeking a Sous Head of Bread to work alongside the Head of Bread and guide daily production. This hands-on role puts you on the bench, leading from the front, teaching by example, coaching while you work, and pushing quality forward.

You’ll oversee mixing, shaping, baking and finishing, train bakers on the floor, and build systems that sustain consistency and growth across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in artisan bread production, sourdough preferred.
• Hands-on leadership in a fast-paced bakery.
• Strong focus on quality and consistency.
• Ability to coach and mentor on the floor.

Responsibilities

• Lead production shifts from the bench.
• Oversee mixing, shaping, baking and finishing.
• Train and coach bakers in real time.
• Inspect product daily and drive improvements.
• Ensure systems support consistency and growth.
• Cover as head of bread when needed.
• Communicate clearly across shift teams.

Skills

Artisan bread production

Leadership on the bench

Quality control

Team coaching

Clear communication

Job description

Big Loaf Bakery in Western Australia is seeking a Sous Head of Bread to work alongside the Head of Bread and guide daily production. This hands-on role puts you on the bench, leading from the front, teaching by example, coaching while you work, and pushing quality forward.

You’ll oversee mixing, shaping, baking and finishing, train bakers on the floor, and build systems that sustain consistency and growth across shifts.