Baker

The Bread Bar is an all-day brunch café rooted in artisanal baking, seasonal menus, and an obsession with quality. We’re passionate about creating sourdough breads, viennoiserie, desserts, and innovative baked goods that bring people together.

Role Overview:

As Head Baker, you will lead the bakery team in daily production, recipe development, quality control, and innovation. You'll be responsible for overseeing the entire baking process — from sourcing ingredients to ensuring each loaf, pastry, and dessert reflects the high standards and creative spirit of The Bread Bar.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production & Operations:

• Oversee daily baking operations, ensuring consistency, freshness, and quality.
• Manage production schedules to meet café demand and special orders.
• Supervise dough mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, and finishing processes.

• Recipe & Menu Development:

• Collaborate with the chef/owner on seasonal breads, pastries, and specials.
• Innovate new products aligned with The Bread Bar’s brand and customer preferences.

• Team Leadership:

• Train, mentor, and manage the bakery team.
• Foster a positive, efficient, and creative work environment.
• Ensure adherence to hygiene and food safety standards.

• Quality Control:

• Conduct daily checks on products to maintain high standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships to ensure the best ingredients.

• Collaboration & Brand Building:

• Work closely with the front-of-house and kitchen teams to coordinate service.
• Participate in special events, pop-ups, and collaborations that showcase our bakery.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a head baker or senior baker in an artisanal bakery, café, or hotel.
• Strong knowledge of sourdough breads, viennoiserie, laminated doughs, and classic as well as modern pastry techniques.
• Creative mindset with a passion for experimenting with new flavors and ideas.
• Ability to manage production, inventory, and a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality, consistency, and brand vision.