Lead Baker, Swedish Hill Bakery

McGuire-Moorman; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Potential

Paid Time Off

Property Discounts

Beverage Education Reimbursement

Advancement Opportunities

Community Service Opportunities

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision,...

Retirement Benefits

Parental Leave

Job summary

Swedish Hill, part of MML Hospitality, seeks a Lead Baker to head wholesale production and support events and catering. This hands-on leadership role oversees bakery production, maintains high quality, and guides a high-performing team with focus on nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in professional baking, 1+ year in leadership, and strong skills in naturally leavened breads, yeasted doughs, and viennoiserie. Proficiency with Google tools is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional bakery experience.
• At least 1 year of managerial or team leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in naturally leavened breads, yeasted doughs, and viennoiserie.
• Experience managing high-volume production and wholesale accounts.
• Proficient in Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Drive.
• Strong organizational and operational skills.
• Ability to work nights and weekends consistently.
• Strong leadership presence with a hands-on, team-first mindset.
• Passion for quality, consistency, and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of bakery products and ensure quality and consistency.
• Lead wholesale production and support MML events and catering needs.
• Maintain strict quality control standards across all products.
• Ensure proper production planning to meet volume demands.
• Manage and fulfill wholesale orders using bakery software.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet wholesale and catering deadlines.
• Maintain clear communication with leadership regarding order volume and production needs.
• Lead, inspire, and grow the bakery team.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and professional work environment.
• Train and mentor team members in proper technique and production standards.
• Build and manage team schedules aligned with business needs.
• Control operational costs through efficient scheduling, ordering, and waste management.
• Maintain inventory and oversee ingredient ordering.
• Ensure the bakery is clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards.
• Ensure all equipment is serviced regularly and maintained in proper working order.
• Collaborate with the chef team to develop new and creative products.
• Contribute ideas that enhance Swedish Hill's offerings while maintaining production feasibility.

Skills

Bakery production

Leadership

Naturally leavened breads

Wholesale accounts

Night/weekend availability

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Google Drive

Job description

About MML Hospitality

At McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML), we are devoted to creating some of the world's most memorable hospitality experiences, where exceptional cuisine, inspired design, impeccable service, and authentic storytelling come together in harmony. Founded by Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert, MML is recognized for its refined, character-driven approach to restaurants and hotels, each concept deeply rooted in creativity, quality, and a true sense of place. With a growing portfolio of celebrated properties across Austin, Aspen, Malibu, New York, and beyond, MML continues to expand into new markets and iconic destinations.

About Swedish Hill

Swedish Hill is MML's neighborhood bakery and café rooted in craft, tradition, and thoughtful execution. Known for naturally leavened hearth breads, viennoiserie, and classic baked goods made with precision and care, Swedish Hill serves both retail guests and wholesale partners while supporting MML events and catering across the portfolio.

Position Overview

Swedish Hill is seeking a Lead Baker to lead wholesale production and support MML events and catering. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all bakery production while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in naturally leavened and yeasted breads, strong operational awareness, and a passion for leading and developing a high-performing bakery team. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring availability for nights and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership

• Oversee production of all bakery products, ensuring quality and consistency of naturally leavened hearth breads, yeasted breads, and viennoiserie
• Lead wholesale production while supporting MML events and catering needs
• Maintain strict quality control standards across all products
• Ensure proper production planning to meet volume demands

Wholesale and Order Management

• Manage and fulfill wholesale orders using the bakery software program
• Coordinate production schedules to meet wholesale and catering deadlines
• Maintain clear communication with leadership regarding order volume and production needs

Team Leadership

• Lead, inspire, and continue to grow the bakery team
• Foster a positive, accountable, and professional work environment
• Train and mentor team members in proper technique and production standards
• Build and manage team schedules aligned with business needs

Operational Management

• Control operational costs through efficient scheduling, ordering, and waste management
• Maintain inventory and oversee ingredient ordering
• Ensure the bakery is clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards
• Ensure all equipment is serviced regularly and maintained in proper working order

Collaboration and Innovation

• Collaborate with the chef team to develop new and creative products aligned with the MML brand
• Contribute ideas that enhance Swedish Hill's offerings while maintaining production feasibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional bakery experience
• At least 1 years of managerial or team leadership experience
• Strong expertise in naturally leavened breads, yeasted doughs, and viennoiserie
• Experience managing high-volume production and wholesale accounts
• Proficient in Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Drive
• Strong organizational and operational skills
• Ability to work nights and weekends consistently
• Strong leadership presence with a hands-on, team-first mindset
• Passion for quality, consistency, and hospitality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting catering or multi-location hospitality groups
• Experience improving production systems and workflows
• Strong understanding of food cost controls and inventory management

What MML Hospitality Offers

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Potential
• Paid Time Off
• MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
• Beverage Education Reimbursement
• Advancement and Promotion Opportunities
• Community Service Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Parental Leave

If an offer is accepted for this position, a comprehensive background check will be required, which may include verification of employment history, education credentials, and criminal records.

MML Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All hiring decisions are based on job-related qualifications.