Production Manager

The Production Manager leads and oversees the daily operations of the production department to ensure high-quality products are produced efficiently and effectively. This is a hands-on role that requires leading by example in all aspects of production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily bread production, focusing on quality, efficiency, and staff satisfaction
• Foster a positive work environment and maintain high team morale
• Create and manage the daily production schedule using Homebase, a scheduling software.
• Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) and train new bakers on all positions
• Work with the owner to control costs through waste reduction, employee productivity, and vendor selection
• Manage ingredient inventory
• Collaborate with other departments, especially packing and administration, to resolve production challenges
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the production area
• Develop new products or variations with the owner, Pete.
• Work with Pete to maintain equipment 
• Purchase miscellaneous supplies like oven mitts and oven peels
• Continuously improve production processes 
• Conduct performance evaluations for production staff

Skills and Experience:Baking

• Extensive experience with artisan bread baking
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Proficiency in formulation using baker's percentages
• Expertise in managing sourdough fermentation
• Adept at problem-solving quality issues in bread production
• Understanding of factors affecting bread quality -from flour types, time/temperature, enzymatic activity, etc. 
• Ability to train and lead a team of bakers
• Physical fitness to lift 50 lbs
• Works well in a fast-paced team environment

Management

• Strong communicator: Willing to have difficult conversations and provide honest, constructive feedback to team members, even when it's uncomfortable
• Emotional intelligence: Ability to read and understand team members' emotions, motivations, and challenges, and adapt leadership style accordingly
• Effective delegation: Ability to assign tasks and responsibilities efficiently, while identifying and developing leadership potential within the team
• Decisiveness: Capable of making tough decisions quickly and confidently, even under pressure or with limited information
• Conflict resolution: Skilled at navigating and resolving conflicts within the team, finding solutions that maintain productivity and morale
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for team performance, addressing underperformance or behavioral issues promptly and fairly
• Resilience: Able to maintain composure and focus in the face of setbacks, challenges, or criticism, setting a positive example for the team
• Continuous learning: Committed to personal and professional growth as a leader, seeking feedback and opportunities to develop management skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Dental, medical, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• 2 weeks paid vacation, with more available in additional years of employment
• Potential performance-based bonuses or incentives

Schedule:

• Four 10-hour shifts per week, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday schedule
• Shift start times between 6am-10am
• Weekend and holiday work required