Executive Pastry Chef with Bread Baking Experience

About the Bakery We are a growing wholesale and retail bakery with a strong reputation for producing high-quality bread, pastries, and desserts. With a focus on craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence, we take pride in maintaining close relationships with our retail partners, suppliers, and industry professionals. As we expand, we seek passionate professionals committed to quality and innovation in baking. Key ResponsibilitiesResearch & Development (R&D) & Innovation • LeadR&D effortsto develop and refine seasonal menu items, incorporating modern techniques and industry trends. • Drivecreativity and innovationby researching new flavors, ingredients, and production methods to enhance product offerings. • Develop and executerecipe formulationfor new and existing products, ensuring consistency and efficiency. Operational & Production Leadership • Oversee the production of a wide variety ofpastries and desserts for large product distribution, ensuring consistency and quality. • Supervise daily baking operations, ensuring recipes and standards are followed while controlling food and labor costs. • Lead and manage a team of8-10 employees, including recruiting, training, developing, and coaching staff to maintain a high-performing bakery team. • Collaborate with staff to develop and implementseasonal and specialty product offerings, emphasizing high-quality ingredients and techniques. • Monitor and manage inventory levels, ingredient sourcing, and supplier relationships to ensure efficient and cost-effective production. • Develop and execute training programs for staff to uphold quality standards and refine techniques in both pastry and bread baking. Quality Control & HACCP Compliance • Maintain strict adherence toHACCP certification standards, ensuring all food safety, sanitation, and quality control protocols are met. • Hold team accountable for food safety, sanitation, and best practices in bakery production. • Track and report food waste, monitoring inconsistencies in food prep and addressing inefficiencies with staff. Technology & Inventory Management • Utilizecomputer systems and digital tracking toolsto manage production schedules, inventory, and ingredient sourcing efficiently. • Implement and maintainspreadsheets, production tracking, and waste control systemsto streamline operations and optimize costs. Qualifications • 10+ years of professional baking experience, with at least8 years in a senior management roleleading teams in a bakery or pastry production setting. • Experience inMichelin-starred restaurants, fine dining, or large luxury hotels. • Strongleadership, mentoring, and people management skills, with a track record ofbuilding and training high-performing teams. • Expertise inpastry and bread baking, with a deep understanding of large-scale production methods. • Proficiency inrecipe development, scaling for high-volume production, and quality control. • Aculinary degree or diplomafrom an accredited institution is preferred but not required. • Strongorganizational and time-management skillsto handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • A keen eye for detail, ensuring product consistency and excellence. • Knowledge offood safety regulations, sanitation standards, and best practicesin commercial baking operations. Core Values & Attributes We Look For • Integrity– Always doing the right thing. • Leadership– Being a role model and inspiring excellence. • Teamwork– Collaborating effectively with others. • Ownership– Taking responsibility for actions and decisions. • Creativity & Innovation– Constantly improving and evolving our craft. • Quality & Productivity– Ensuring high standards and efficiency in all tasks. Benefits • Competitive salary based on experience. • Health, dental, and life insurance options. • Two weeks of paid vacation in the first year, increasing tothree weeks after one year. • A research trip to Franceafter 12-18 months (performance-based) to learn modern techniques. • Opportunity for training at one of the top pastry schools. • A dynamic and collaborative work environmentwith a passionate, high-performing team. • Opportunities for growth and innovationin a rapidly expanding bakery. If you are amotivated, skilled, and visionary pastry professionallooking to lead a top-tier bakery team, we would love to hear from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $90,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Bereavement leave • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Opportunities for advancement • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Experience: • Professional Baking: 10 years (Required) • Senior Pastry Chef: 8 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) • Spanish (Required) License/Certification: • HACCP Certification (Required) Work Location: In person