Head Baker - Full Time
FTK Hospitality | Philadelphia, PA

Join a well-regarded artisan bakery and café in Philadelphia, known for its exceptional bread and expanding wholesale operations. As the Head Baker, you will lead daily production for over 200 local wholesale accounts, ensuring the highest quality in artisan and naturally-leavened breads. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while making a significant impact on our growing client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily artisan bread production supporting 200+ wholesale accounts and a growing client base.
• Manage levain/starter health, fermentation schedules, and ensure recipe consistency at scale.
• Build and run production schedules to meet daily wholesale delivery commitments.
• Supervise, train, and develop the baking team to achieve production goals.
• Oversee ordering, inventory management, and ensure food safety/sanitation compliance.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in artisan/naturally-leavened bread production.
• High-volume and wholesale production background strongly preferred.
• Experience in team leadership and production scheduling.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.
• Bi Lingual Spanish- English 

Schedule

Early morning/overnight production shifts required.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative environment.
• Be a part of a growing team with a focus on quality and craftsmanship.

Join the Team

If you are passionate about artisan baking and have the experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply in confidence. Client details will be shared with shortlisted applicants.