Head Baker

Ole & Steen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an established bakery known for its artisanal Danish breads and pastries. As a Head Baker, you'll oversee the production of traditional baked goods while fostering a culture of well-being and teamwork. This role offers the chance to deepen your knowledge of Danish baking and manage daily operations in a dynamic environment. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, you'll play a key role in expanding our clientele. If you're passionate about baking and ready to embrace a rewarding career path, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional baking experience preferred.
• Completion of a Culinary School program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Ability to lift 50+lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production of breads and pastries according to traditional recipes.
• Manage a team of up to 6, handling scheduling and operations.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained in the bakery.

Skills

Baking

Problem-solving

Time management

Team management

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary School program or apprenticeship

Tools

Mixers

Ovens

Heat sources

Job description

Benefits:

1. 401(k) matching
2. Bonus based on performance
3. Competitive salary
4. Dental insurance
5. Employee discounts
6. Free uniforms
7. Health insurance
8. Paid time off

WE WANT YOU TO JOIN THE ‘HYGGE’ AT OLE & STEEN Danish ‘hygge’ (hoo-gah) describes the feeling of well-being and coziness and we want to bring that into everything we do! Of course, we can’t do that without awesome teams! So, if you’re ready to join our fun journey, and become an expert in Danish pastries, bread, and culture, we have a one-way ticket available. But let’s warn you, the pastries are so good you might become addicted…

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a true baking and pastry professional to join our team of artisan bakers. As a Head Baker at Ole & Steen you will oversee creation of real Danish bread and pastries. You will produce artisan Danish breads, rolls, and laminated dough as a part of an enthusiastic and international team. The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic about baking, love long fermentation times, and enjoy working as a team. You must enforce health and safety standards. The goal is to enhance customer and employee satisfaction so that we can maintain and expand our clientele and you must expect to produce a high volume of products for our stores. This role is ideal for someone who is interested in learning about our Danish heritage and able to manage the daily operation of a bakery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee daily production of breads, ryes, rolls, and pastries according to our traditional Danish recipes
2. Observe and maintain the quality of products being baked, and adjust oven temperatures, baking time accordingly
3. Management of a team of up to 6 – handling daily scheduling
4. Management of bakery, including organization and cleanliness of dried storage and fridges
5. Measuring and combining ingredients and using mixers, heat sources, and other equipment
6. Checking-in and accepting deliveries from our purveyors
7. Follow portion standards
8. Monitor inventory of ingredients for production
9. Properly label and store ingredients
10. Check equipment to ensure that it meets health and safety regulations
11. Maintain a clean and orderly bake shop and adhere to health and safety standards

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

1. Completion of a Culinary School program or apprenticeship preferred
2. Positive and problem-solving attitude
3. A genuine passion and knowledge for bread
4. Dependable and hard-working
5. 2-4 years of professional baking experience preferred. Experience with Danish or Scandinavian baking methods is a huge plus!
6. Experience with mixing, bench work, proofing, and baking bread as well as working with laminated doughs for our breakfast pastry production
7. Ability to work overnight, weekends, and some holidays
8. Able to lift 50+lbs without restrictions
9. The ability to stand and/or bend for extended periods of time to perform essential job functions
10. Basic math skills
11. Highly honed sense or urgency
12. Excellent time management skills
13. Thoroughly follow company procedures according to health and safety standards
14. Adhere to all food safety regulations and procedures

OPPORTUNITIES

At Ole & Steen you will get a versatile job with professional colleagues, and exciting individual development possibilities. We are a rapidly growing business, creating career opportunities across the organization. We believe that with dedication, passion, and hard work, you can reach whatever you dream of, and we have a sincere interest in constantly challenging and uplifting each other across professional competencies and departments.

ABOUT OLE & STEEN

Ole & Steen was founded in 1991 by the Danish bakers Ole Kristoffersen and Steen Skallebæk and originally called Lagkagehuset or “The Layer Cake House”. Ole & Steen is a pioneer in the resurgence of artisanal and handcrafted baking practices in Denmark. In 2008 the two bakers joined forces and became the organization we know today. We have been Denmark’s favorite bakery for more than 30 years, serving delicious Danish breads, pastries, cakes, single estate coffee and food. We opened our first bakery on Union Square in 2019 to huge acclaim and fantastic reviews and we’re continuing our exciting growth journey – we currently operate 5 retail stores across NYC, and we have plans to grow and expand over the coming years!