Artisan Bread Production Lead - 5am Start, PTO

Harper Associates; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Stable 5-day workweek

Job summary

Harper Associates is seeking an experienced Artisan Bread Bakery Production Supervisor to lead our production team, oversee mixing, fermentation, shaping, proofing and baking, and ensure every loaf meets our high quality standards.

This hands-on role requires scheduling, labor planning, cost monitoring, training staff, maintaining sanitation, and partnering with bakery leadership on process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in bakery production.
• Hands-on knowledge of artisan bread production including fermentation, dough development, shaping, proofing and sourdough starter management.
• Experience managing production schedules, labor planning, food costs, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily artisan bread production including mixing, fermentation, scaling, shaping, proofing, and baking.
• Lead the production floor, coaching the team for efficient workflow and consistent execution.
• Develop daily production schedules based on retail and wholesale forecasts.
• Monitor labor efficiency, food costs, waste, and product quality.
• Train and mentor production and packaging staff, with involvement in hiring.
• Maintain recipe documentation, procedures, and cost controls.
• Manage ingredient inventory and ensure freshness and stock levels.
• Collaborate with leadership on process improvements and new product development.
• Maintain sanitation programs and ensure safety standards.
• Oversee equipment operation and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and workplace regulations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bread production knowledge

Production scheduling

Team leadership

Quality control

Job description

Harper Associates is seeking an experienced Artisan Bread Bakery Production Supervisor to lead our production team, oversee mixing, fermentation, shaping, proofing and baking, and ensure every loaf meets our high quality standards.

This hands-on role requires scheduling, labor planning, cost monitoring, training staff, maintaining sanitation, and partnering with bakery leadership on process improvements in a fast-paced environment.