Bakery Operations Lead: Quality, Efficiency & Growth

CH Guenther & Son LLC; Carlstadt (NJ); On-site; USD 103,549 - 194,194; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

Retirement savings options

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance programs

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

CH Guenther & Son LLC is seeking a Bakery Operations Manager in Carlstadt, New Jersey. The role involves leading daily bakery production while ensuring technical excellence, quality, and efficiency. You will oversee operations, manage workflows, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Food Science and at least five years of bakery production experience. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Bakery Science, or related discipline preferred.
• Five or more years of bakery production experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience in commercial or industrial bakery operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day bakery production, ensuring product quality and volume targets.
• Standardize recipes and procedures to ensure repeatable results.
• Ensure compliance with food-safety regulations and programs.
• Supervise, train, and mentor bakery staff.
• Manage inventories of raw materials and packaging supplies.
• Collaborate with R&D to develop formulations.

Skills

Baking science knowledge

Leadership and team management

Problem-solving mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related discipline

Tools

Automated production systems

Commercial bakery equipment

Job description

CH Guenther & Son LLC is seeking a Bakery Operations Manager in Carlstadt, New Jersey. The role involves leading daily bakery production while ensuring technical excellence, quality, and efficiency. You will oversee operations, manage workflows, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Food Science and at least five years of bakery production experience. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement options.