Zingerman’s Bakehouse is looking for a skilled bread baker and production manager who is interested in a leadership role in our nationally known artisanal bakery. Join our management team to do innovative work with regional grains and our own mill. We are a team of 25 bakers dedicated to making thousands of full flavored beautiful loaves of bread everyday.

What does the job pay?

Starting pay is $45,000-$50,000 with eligibility for a bonus plan, based on business performance.

What are the requirements for this job?

Availability:

• Full-time, salaried: average 45 hours per week, with hours primarily between 8 am - 6 pm
• Weekend availability required (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Holiday availability required. We close only on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Full availability in November and December (We don't take any extra time off during these months.)

Performance Expectations - Essential Functions: 

• Manage the production floor with above average proficiency in all trained roles
• Assist with hiring and training new staff
• Give constructive oral and written performance-based feedback
• Assist with staff development
• Assist with managing labor and food cost 
• Assist with measurable and consistent improvements in food quality
• Lead departmental huddles (meetings)
• Proficient with spreadsheet files  
• Attend and participate in weekly bread leader meeting and bi-monthly bakehouse manager meeting
• Actively participates in all aspects of production:
• • Mixing dough
  • Hand-shaping dough
  • Proper proofing of breads
  • Loading and unloading the ovens

• Works with staff and personal physical safety in mind
• Dedicated to following all food safety rules and good manufacturing practices
• Completes basic orientation training within 90 days of hire, manager training within 1 year of hire
• Attends and participates in Zingerman's events and activities
• Actively engages all staff daily  
• Model & teach direct communication
• Is a model of great service
• Make production-related decisions
• Constantly strive to help assure the highest bread quality imaginable
• Work on business and department annual goals

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly during shift
• Must stand, lift and bend for duration of shift
• Must be comfortable with repetitive motion
• Must be able to work in a hot and humid environment (82-90 degrees)

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