Bakery Shift Lead

Position Overview Clark Street Bakery is seeking a Bakery Shift Lead to help run daily bakery operations with consistency, efficiency, and care. This role is hands-on and leadership-focused — ideal for someone who is highly organized, confident in bakery prep, and able to guide a team through a fast-paced production environment. The Shift Lead plays a critical role in ensuring prep is completed accurately according to recipes, staff are supported and held accountable, and daily bakery operations run smoothly from open to close. This is a working lead position — you will be expected to perform all prep tasks yourself while also managing and supporting the team. ⸻ Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Supervision• Lead bakery staff during assigned shifts and ensure smooth daily operations• Assign, track, and verify completion of prep tasks according to recipes and production standards• Train, coach, and support team members on prep techniques, workflow, and efficiency• Ensure staff arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment• Communicate clearly and professionally with both staff and management Production & Prep Oversight• Ensure all prep is executed accurately and efficiently according to Clark Street Bakery recipes and standards• Be fully proficient in all bakery prep tasks to provide hands-on guidance and training• Monitor pacing and workflow to meet production needs without waste or burnout• Ensure the correct number of lards (or designated doughs / items) are pulled and staged for the following day Inventory, Reporting & Close-Out• Take and record end-of-day inventory accurately• Complete and submit a daily shift report detailing production, staffing, issues, and notes for management• Communicate any shortages, equipment issues, or concerns to the Bakery Manager• Ensure prep areas are clean, organized, and properly closed out Labor & Cost Awareness• Monitor staffing levels throughout the shift• Know when and how to cut staff appropriately to avoid overtime while maintaining production needs• Support management goals related to labor efficiency and food cost control ⸻ Qualifications & Requirements• Prior pastry and/or bakery experience required• Previous lead, supervisor, or keyholder experience strongly preferred• Strong understanding of bakery prep workflows and production environments• Excellent communication skills — verbal and written• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment• Strong attention to detail and recipe accuracy• Reliable, punctual, and prepared to work• Comfortable giving direction and feedback to peers• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs Certifications• Food Handler Card (required)• ServSafe Food Protection Certification (preferred; must be obtained if not already held) ⸻ Schedule & Compensation• Full-time position• Tip-eligible• Hourly pay range: $20–$22/hour + tips (based on experience)• Opportunities for growth within a multi-location bakery group ⸻ Why Work at Clark Street Bakery• Be part of a respected, quality-driven bakery team• Work with thoughtfully developed recipes and systems• Leadership opportunity with real responsibility and impact• Supportive management and clear expectations• Growth potential as the company continues to expand