Job description
Crème & Crust Bakery is seeking an experienced Head Baker to lead our artisan production in Portland, Oregon. This leadership role blends baking excellence with team development, quality control, and creative menu development.
As Head Baker, you will oversee daily production, ensure top-quality product standards, manage a small team of bakers and pastry assistants, and collaborate with the management team on seasonal menus and efficiency improvements.
We offer competitive compensation, equity-style opportunities, and a supportive environment for growth in a fast-paced artisan bakery.
Responsibility
- Lead and supervise daily production of breads, pastries, and viennoiserie to ensure quality and consistency.
- Develop and refine recipes, test new products, and scale offerings for wholesale and retail.
- Manage production scheduling, inventory, ordering ingredients, and waste reduction.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards; maintain equipment and facility cleanliness.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate bakery staff; foster a collaborative, high-performance team.
- Collaborate with management on seasonal menus, promotions, and product placement.
- Monitor batch yields, waste, and efficiency; implement process improvements.
Qualification
- 5+ years of professional baking experience, including leadership roles.
- Expertise in artisanal breads, sourdough, laminated dough, and pastries.
- Proven ability to manage a production team and meet deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and early mornings.
- Experience with recipe development, costing, and inventory management; proficiency with bakery equipment.