Master Baker - French Bread & Pastry Specialist, Chicago

DF Bakery; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

DF Bakery is seeking a Master Bakery – French Bread and Pastry for a full-time, on-site position in Chicago, IL. You will plan, prepare, and bake a variety of French breads and pastries, manage production schedules, oversee food preparation, and ensure quality, appearance, and freshness.

You will maintain a clean and safe work area, follow sanitation guidelines, and train bakery staff on proper techniques. Collaboration with leadership aims to refine recipes and improve processes for timely

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in bakery operations with French bread and pastry production experience.
• Hands-on food preparation including precise measurement, mixing, shaping, and finishing of baked goods.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices and proper use of commercial bakery equipment.
• Ability to follow and refine recipes, maintain high-volume production, and manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead baker experience is a plus.
• Availability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet production demands.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and bake a variety of French breads and pastries.
• Manage production schedules and oversee daily food preparation.
• Monitor ingredient quality and ensure consistent product appearance, taste, and freshness.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and follow sanitation guidelines.
• Assist in training and guiding bakery staff on proper techniques.
• Collaborate with the production team and leadership to refine recipes and improve processes.

Skills

Bakery operations

French bread production

Pastry production

Precise measuring

Food safety & sanitation

Time management

Team leadership (plus)

Early mornings / weekends availability

Job description

DF Bakery is seeking a Master Bakery – French Bread and Pastry for a full-time, on-site position in Chicago, IL. You will plan, prepare, and bake a variety of French breads and pastries, manage production schedules, oversee food preparation, and ensure quality, appearance, and freshness.

You will maintain a clean and safe work area, follow sanitation guidelines, and train bakery staff on proper techniques. Collaboration with leadership aims to refine recipes and improve processes for timely