Bakery Lead – Bread

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King Arthur Baking Company has been sharing the joy of baking since 1790 Headquartered in Norwich Vermont were the ultimate baking resource providing education inspiration and the highest quality products all while fostering connections and community through baking Our superior flours and mixes are available in supermarkets nationwide and our direct to consumer business website and retail stores offers an even wider selection of specialty baking ingredients mixes gluten free products baking tools and more We bring baking education to millions of bakers through our cookbooks podcast recipe app website and baking school Were proud to be 100 employee owned which means everyone who works here has a real voice and a shared stake in what we do This creates a strong sense of community built on trust teamwork and love of baking As a benefit corporation were committed to the best interests of all our stakeholders employees our local communities our broader community of bakers and our planet Join us and help spread the joy of baking King Arthur where as an employee owner your passion and ideas can truly make a difference.

The Bread Lead leads and oversees the bread teams daily production managing bread operations encompassing product development menu planning and fosters innovation Additionally they handle bakery administration tasks such as product ordering communication with wholesale accounts and inventory management They supervise the bread team and report to the Head of Bakery.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company paid short and long term disability
• life insurance
• paid parental leave
• paid time off to rest
• paid holidays to have fun
• 401k with a company match
• 40 paid volunteer hours a year
• profit sharing
• participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP
• knowing that those working with you are dedicated and engaged co employee owners that believe in you and your extraordinary abilities to move us all forward

Norwich VT; onsite daily

50900 to 69300 annual salary; commensurate with experience

• Leads and manages the bread team with daily production and leads the bread operations including product development and menu planning innovation
• Completes bakery administration tasks as necessary which may include product ordering communicating with wholesale accounts and assisting in monitoring inventory
• Works with the Head of Bakery to set sales and profit goals and ensure operating budgets are met or exceeded
• Participates in monthly financial reviews and develops corrective action plans as necessary
• Hire train and mentor employees who will thrive in the bakery and in our mission driven culture
• Manages bakery intern program including hiring and reviewing
• Works cross functionally with departments in the facility and company wide
• Collaborates with Wholesale Catering Coordinator on product selection and how it fits into bread production
• Leads suggestions for improvement and in the development of the bakery Education

• Minimum 6 years baking experience in a professional baking environment
• Experience in leading teams
• Experience with consistently produce exceptional baked products
• Demonstrated ability in proficiency and accuracy with mixing dough shaping and baking bread
• We value those who can demonstrate capability and articulate how prior experiences will help them transition into this role

• Leadership Skills Strong leadership skills including the ability to set clear measurable performance goals coach mentor inspire team to reach their full potential lead through change and model desired behaviors values and culture of KAB
• Highly organized motivated and detail oriented Diligent and meticulous in making and receiving orders Able to follow formulas and instructions accurately Possesses a sense of planning and preparation for the day ahead Keeping tasks on point and on time You must be able to study formulas choose exact ingredients and scale correctly
• Multitasking Demonstrated ability to multitask and effectively share space ingredients and equipment with coworkers during production Able to juggle competing demands and prioritize without sacrificing quality Ask for help when needed
• Communication and collaboration Ability to inform others of what is happening in the bakery effectively listens and respects others point of view and is receptive to feedback Openly communicates expectations and concerns with their team offering suggestions for improvement Participates in team problem solving and decision making Effectively works with coworkers to achieve common goals Ability to demonstrate and communicate processes effectively
• Reliability Punctuality and consistency in attendance Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

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