Head Baker

About this position

Devoe Street Bakeshop is seeking an enthusiastic, talented, and experienced Head Baker to lead our dynamic production bakery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

We bake from scratch every day, supplying ten café locations and numerous wholesale clients throughout New York City with a delicious variety of rustic muffins, scones, cookies, bars, loaves, and other baked goods. Our menu spans classic favorites, vegan offerings, and gluten-free specialties, and is continually evolving with new ideas and seasonal inspiration.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on baking professional who loves both the craft and the creativity of baking. We're looking for someone who enjoys leading a team, developing recipes, spotlighting seasonal ingredients, and creating exceptional baked goods on a large scale. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is excited to help shape the next chapter of our bakery.

• Lead and oversee daily production in a high-volume bakery, managing and supporting a team of six or more bakers.
• Develop, test, and refine high-volume recipes featuring seasonal ingredients while balancing creativity, consistency, efficiency, and quality.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules, ingredient preparation, and multi-day workflows to meet daily orders and wholesale demands.
• Lead by example through hands-on baking, preparation, and production.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members in baking techniques, recipes, and production standards.
• Maintain exceptional product quality, consistency, presentation, and adherence to recipes.
• Identify opportunities to improve production systems, streamline workflows, and introduce more efficient practices.
• Communicate regularly with the bakery team and the Director of Bakery & Commissary Operations to keep production running smoothly and address operational needs.
• Ensure excellent food safety, sanitation, organization, and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
• Manage team scheduling and coverage to ensure the bakery is adequately staffed to meet production needs.

• Minimum of 3 years of professional baking experience, including supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, recipe development, and production methods.
• Experience developing and scaling recipes for high-volume production, ideally incorporating seasonal ingredients.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and maintain a steady pace in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and commitment to high-quality standards.
• Comfortable receiving feedback, sharing ideas, and continuing to learn and grow.
• NYC Food Protection Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Baking & Pastry Arts degree or equivalent professional training is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Fluent in English.

• An opportunity to lead and contribute creatively to an established, growing bakery program.
• A collaborative, supportive, and welcoming team environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, creative recipe development, and meaningful contributions to our evolving menu.

We'd love to hear from you!

Please email your resume along with an introduction highlighting your baking experience, leadership approach, and what excites you about the opportunity to join Devoe Street Bakeshop.

We look forward to meeting our next Head Baker!

Location and commute

Brooklyn, NY .

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3245405225.