Job description
We are a premium artisan bakery seeking a Lead Baker to join our creative team in Los Angeles. Our bakery specializes in sourdoughs, laminated pastries, and seasonal delights. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment that values craft and quality.
As Lead Baker, you will oversee daily baking operations, mentor junior bakers, and ensure consistent product quality from proofing to packaging. This role demands passion for fermentation, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.
Responsibility
- Oversee daily baking production, including scaling, mixing, shaping, proofing, oven management, and finishing.
- Maintain strict food safety standards, HACCP compliance, and cleanliness across all stations.
- Develop and refine recipes; adapt formulations for seasonality and customer feedback.
- Lead, train, and schedule junior bakers; provide mentorship and performance feedback.
- Monitor inventory, place ingredient orders, and implement waste-reduction strategies.
- Ensure consistent product quality and presentation; conduct quality checks and taste tests.
- Collaborate with the pastry team on laminated doughs and specialty items.
Qualification
- 3+ years of professional baking experience in a bakery or café environment.
- Strong proficiency in bread and pastry production; sourdough and laminated doughs preferred.
- Experience with commercial ovens, mixers, proofer cabinets, and temperature control.
- Excellent time management, leadership, and teamwork skills.
- HACCP, food safety training, and ability to maintain records and standards.
- Excellent palate, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to work early mornings and weekends as needed.