Head Bread Baker

Head Artisan Bread Baker / Boulanger

Charlotte, NC

A growing, chef-driven hospitality group is seeking an experienced Head Artisan Bread Baker to lead bread production at its wholesale baking facility in Charlotte. This position is ideal for a skilled bread professional with extensive experience in traditional baking techniques, sourdough fermentation, and high-volume artisan bread production.

We are looking for a hands‑on leader who takes pride in the craft of bread making, understands the science behind fermentation and dough development, and can consistently produce exceptional artisan breads.

This position requires overnight availability.

• $80,000-$90,000 base salary
• Health insurance
• Paid Time Off

• Professional artisan bread baking experience required
• Strong experience with sourdough, naturally leavened breads, baguettes, and traditional French bread production
• Extensive knowledge of dough mixing, fermentation, shaping, proofing, and baking
• Experience maintaining sourdough starters, levain, and preferments
• Experience with high-volume commercial or wholesale bread production
• Ability to develop and execute bread formulas and maintain consistent product quality
• Experience with commercial bakery equipment, including mixers and deck ovens
• Lead daily bread production, scheduling, and quality control
• Train and develop bakery team members
• Manage production timelines, ingredient inventory, and waste control
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and bakery standards
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to craftsmanship
• Must be available to work overnight shifts