Lead Bread Baker

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Located in West Chester , PA

Salary: $75,000

Lead Bread Baker — Artisanal Italian Market (West Chester, PA)
Salary: $75,000 • Full-Time • Experience Required

 

🍞 Role Overview

The Lead Bread Baker oversees all aspects of daily bread production for a high‑end artisanal Italian market known for traditional methods, premium ingredients, and a commitment to authentic Italian culinary heritage. This role blends hands‑on craftsmanship with leadership, ensuring every loaf reflects the market’s standards for quality, consistency, and flavor.

 

🥖 Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production of Italian breads including ciabatta, focaccia, pane Toscano, sourdough varieties, and seasonal specialties.
• Manage mixing, fermentation, shaping, scoring, baking, and cooling processes with precision and consistency.
• Develop and refine recipes, introduce new bread offerings, and maintain traditional Italian baking techniques.
• Oversee production schedules to meet retail, wholesale, and catering demands.
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior bakers and support staff.
• Maintain strict standards for food safety, sanitation, and equipment care.
• Monitor ingredient inventory, place orders, and manage waste reduction.
• Collaborate with pastry, prepared foods, and retail teams to support cross‑department needs.
• Uphold the market’s brand values through exceptional product quality and presentation.

 

🍽️ Required Experience & Skills

• Previous professional bread‑baking experience required, ideally in an artisanal, scratch‑baking, or Italian bakery environment.
• Strong understanding of fermentation, hydration ratios, dough behavior, and natural leavening.
• Ability to manage high‑volume production without compromising quality.
• Experience leading or training a team in a bakery or culinary setting.
• Comfort working early mornings and maintaining a consistent production rhythm.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills.
• Passion for Italian food culture and traditional baking methods.

 

🌟 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wood‑fired or deck ovens.
• Background in recipe development or scaling production.
• Knowledge of Italian regional bread styles and heritage grains.

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