Senior Baker Pastry Chef
Job Summary
The Senior Baker will lead artisanal production of premium viennoiserie and sourdough products within a high-output kitchen. The role focuses on maintaining strict quality control, innovating new recipes, and managing inventory. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior bakers to ensure operational consistency and excellence.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily production of viennoiserie and sourdough
- Oversee fermentation and quality control
- Develop new seasonal recipes
- Manage inventory and food safety standards
- Mentor and train junior bakery staff
Required Skills
- 3-5 years professional baking experience
- Expertise in lamination and sourdough
- Understanding of dough hydration and proofing
- Production schedule management
- Kitchen leadership
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Artisanal Production: Lead the daily production of premium viennoiserie, including Croissants, Pain Au Chocolat, and savory pastries.
- Sourdough & Specialty Breads: Oversee the fermentation and baking of high-quality sourdough, focaccia, bagels, and other specialty loaves.
- Quality Control: Ensure every item leaving the oven meets high standards for texture, crumb, and aesthetic appeal.
- Innovation: Collaborate with the management team to develop new seasonal recipes and improve existing product lines.
- Kitchen Management: Manage inventory, ingredient sourcing, and maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards.
- Team Leadership: Mentor and train junior bakers to ensure consistency across shifts.
Requirements:
- Proven Expertise: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in professional baking, specifically with lamination and long-fermentation breads.
- Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of dough temperatures, hydration levels, and proofing environments.
- Consistency: A perfectionist mindset ensuring consistent product quality.
- Leadership: Strong communication skills and the ability to manage production schedules in a high-volume environment.
- Passion: A genuine love for the craft and a desire to stay updated on global baking trends.