Baker Lead

As a Baker Lead at ARAMARK, you will oversee bakery production in a high-volume, guest-focused environment. You'll prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, and desserts while guiding a small team to meet quality, safety, and presentation standards. Responsibilities include training staff, managing production schedules, monitoring inventory, and maintaining strict food safety and sanitation practices. At Aramark, you'll join a collaborative, service-driven culture with opportunities for training, growth, and impact across diverse client locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily baking operations, ensuring high-quality breads, pastries, and desserts that meet Aramark standards
• Prepare, bake, and finish products according to recipes, portions, and production schedules
• Train, coach, and support bakers and kitchen staff on baking techniques, safety, and sanitation procedures
• Monitor inventory of baking ingredients and supplies; assist with ordering and proper storage
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized bakery area in compliance with food safety regulations
• Coordinate with culinary and service teams to support catering, events, and peak service periods
• Inspect finished products for consistency, presentation, and taste; adjust processes as needed
• Document production, waste, and temperature logs in line with company and regulatory requirements

Required Skills

• Commercial baking
• Pastry and bread production
• Food safety and sanitation (HACCP)
• Recipe scaling and formulation
• Production scheduling
• Inventory and stock rotation
• Bakery equipment operation
• Quality control and plating
• Team leadership and training
• Basic computer/POS and documentation