Artisan Head Bread Baker – Orlando, Florida

The Bread Bakers Guild of America; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the bakery sector is looking for a skilled Head Baker to join their talented team. This role involves overseeing the production of high-quality artisan and commercially baked goods while managing a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional baking skills, strong organizational abilities, and effective communication skills to foster a collaborative work environment. With a focus on quality and consistency, the Head Baker will also innovate and refine recipes while ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Join a vibrant community that values craftsmanship and offers opportunities for growth and advancement.

Benefits

Friendly work environment

Health insurance

Vision

Paid Vacation

401k

Opportunities for advancement

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a baker in an artisan bakery.
• 2+ years of management experience in a bakery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of bakers to prepare recipes focusing on quality and consistency.
• Train new employees and manage labor schedules for the bakery.

Skills

Baking Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mixers

Ovens

Dividers

Molder

Job description

Olde Hearth Bread Company is a locally owned family bakery. As the first artisan bread company in Central Florida, we have played an integral role over the past 27 years in developing the thriving culinary scene that exists in Orlando today. Our breads and pastries are baked fresh daily for wholesale customers that include restaurants, hotels, and upscale groceries. We provide a positive fun environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute.

We are seeking an experienced Head Baker with exceptional baking skills, who is highly organized, detail-oriented, level-headed, able to multitask, and possesses the skills required of an effective manager of bakery staff.

The Head Baker/manager is responsible for the production of superior quality artisan and commercially baked products consistent with prescribed company formulas and standard procedures. Since daily deadlines have to be met, the candidate must have experience with production and baking schedules. As manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire production and will perform your duties in a conscientious, team-oriented manner ensuring a safe, clean working environment.

The right person for the position of Head Baker will:

• Work collaboratively with management while leading a team of workers.
• Be able to work 8-10 hours a day including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be an effective communicator who listens and respects others' points of view.

Duties:

• Lead a team of bakers as they prepare a variety of recipes to spec each day, focusing on quality, consistency, and meeting production schedules.
• Assist in the implementation and management of cost control procedures.
• Train new employees and existing staff.
• Participate in the evaluation of staff employees.
• Assist in developing and managing labor schedules for the bakery.
• Help develop new recipes and innovations in the bakery; refine and improve existing recipes.
• Manage the storage and handling of ingredients/supplies and assist in maintaining an appropriate inventory.
• Supervise the flow of production and demonstrate proper techniques or assistance when needed.
• Train staff to operate equipment according to proper sanitation and safety standards.
• Problem solve and do whatever it takes to ensure the customer receives the best products.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a baker in an artisan bakery.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a manager in a bakery.
• Have the endurance to work hours needed to complete production.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs without assistance.
• Basic math skills and understanding of baker’s math.
• Must have knowledge of bakery equipment: mixers, ovens, dividers, molder.

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience and skill.

• Friendly work environment.
• Health insurance.
• Vision.
• Paid Vacation.
• 401k.
• Opportunities for advancement and training and development opportunities.

Ready to be part of a sharing community of artisan bakers who are passionate about their craft?