Lead Pastry Production Specialist

Central Market; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Market is seeking a Production Lead to oversee production flow, ensure quality, and coordinate operations for retail customers. This role emphasizes strong leadership, equipment knowledge, and adherence to food safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of related experience, supervisory skills, and deep knowledge of department products and baking procedures to support ongoing Operational Excellence in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of department products and equipment is required.
• Knowledge of commercial baking procedures and equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitors production flow and controls quality of product to new and existing retail customers.
• Coordinates production flow or ordering of products and organizes production/work area.
• Oversees quality of products and monitors and leads shrink initiatives.
• Oversees the production of special orders.
• Oversees shifts, lunches, and breaks.
• Orders raw ingredients for products.
• Maintains sanitation in department.
• Monitors working conditions of equipment
• Assists in training new partners.
• Supports and maintains food safety and sanitation processes
• Supports and maintains all Operational Excellence initiatives

Skills

Product knowledge

Food preparation

Baking procedures

Equipment handling

Job description

Central Market is seeking a Production Lead to oversee production flow, ensure quality, and coordinate operations for retail customers. This role emphasizes strong leadership, equipment knowledge, and adherence to food safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of related experience, supervisory skills, and deep knowledge of department products and baking procedures to support ongoing Operational Excellence in a fast-paced retail environment.