Head Baker & Bakery Team Leader

Charlotte's; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 1 year

Dental insurance after 1 year

Vision insurance after 1 year

401(k) after 1 year

Raise after 90 days

Growth opportunities

Supportive leadership and HR

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Brechtel Hospitality's Charlotte’s in New Orleans is seeking a Head Baker to lead daily bakery and pastry production, ensure consistent quality, and present dishes thoughtfully. The role covers breads, viennoiserie, pastries, and desserts for the cafe while supporting wholesale for The Whit and Copper Vine.

This is a full-time, hands-on leadership position requiring early mornings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for raises after 90 days and benefits after 1 year.

Qualifications

• Professional appearance and strong communication skills.
• Punctual, self-motivated, and organized.
• Strong sense of urgency and time management.
• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure.
• Adaptable, patient, and able to teach others effectively.
• Thorough knowledge of recipes, specs, and kitchen responsibilities.
• Ability to lead by example and maintain a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• The Head Baker will lead Charlotte’s daily bakery and pastry production, ensuring consistent quality, efficient execution, and thoughtful presentation.
• This position will oversee breads, viennoiserie, pastries, and desserts for the café while supporting wholesale production for The Whit and Copper Vine.

Skills

Professional appearance

Strong communication skills

Punctual

Self-motivated

Time management

Calm under pressure

Adaptable

Teach others effectively

Knowledge of recipes/specs/kitchen

Lead by example

Job description

Brechtel Hospitality's Charlotte’s in New Orleans is seeking a Head Baker to lead daily bakery and pastry production, ensure consistent quality, and present dishes thoughtfully. The role covers breads, viennoiserie, pastries, and desserts for the cafe while supporting wholesale for The Whit and Copper Vine.

This is a full-time, hands-on leadership position requiring early mornings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for raises after 90 days and benefits after 1 year.