Central Market Preston Royal Pastry Production Lead - Full-Time

Central Market; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty grocery store is looking for a Production Lead to oversee production processes and ensure product quality. This role involves training new partners, managing production flow, and adhering to food safety standards. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in food preparation and supervisory roles.

Qualifications

• Typically 5-8 years of related experience.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial baking procedures and equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitors production flow and controls product quality.
• Oversees shifts, lunches, and breaks.
• Maintaining sanitation standards.

Skills

Knowledge of department products

Food preparation

Operational excellence

Education

Related experience

Job description

Overview

Central Market is a specialty grocery store that started in Austin, Texas in 1994, and has grown to multiple locations across the state. We offer a wide selection of fresh and high-quality food and drinks from around the world, including hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, and fresh produce. Our stores are communities where people exchange goods, services, and ideas, emphasizing food's role in uniting families and preserving cultures.

Responsibilities

Essential functions and process responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working under minimal supervision with varied and moderately complex duties.
• Applying advanced skills in the area of specialization.
• Adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment to meet specific needs.
• Assisting in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of other Partners.

Production Lead: Monitors production flow, controls product quality, and oversees production processes for retail customers. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating production flow and organizing the work area.
• Overseeing product quality and managing shrink initiatives.
• Managing the production of special orders.
• Overseeing shifts, lunches, and breaks.
• Ordering raw ingredients.
• Maintaining sanitation standards.
• Monitoring equipment conditions.
• Assisting in training new partners.
• Supporting food safety, sanitation, and operational excellence initiatives.

Education and Experience

Preferred qualifications include:

• Typically 5-8 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of department products, food preparation, and equipment.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial baking procedures and equipment is essential.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Ability to function in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs or more occasionally.