Lead Baker

Khepri Kitchen | Mount Prospect, IL
Full-Time | Scratch Kitchen | Leadership Opportunity

Khepri is seeking an experienced, passionate Lead Baker to oversee our bakery program and help shape the future of our seasonal menu. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who loves creating from scratch, mentoring others, and bringing fresh ideas to the table.

You’ll lead daily bakery production, collaborate on menu development, oversee one baker, and play an important role in catering and special events. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in quality, consistency, creativity, and teamwork.

Compensation:
90-Day Probationary Period

Starting at $26-29/hour (based on experience)
Full-time position
Performance review after 90 days

After Successful Completion

Performance reviews + potential pay increase + transition to a full-time salaried position based on performance and experience
Growth opportunities within the company

Responsibilities:

Lead all daily bakery production in a scratch kitchen
Maintain consistent quality, presentation, and production standards
Collaborate with ownership and the culinary team on seasonal menu development
Develop and test new baked goods, pastries, desserts, and specialty menu items
Execute daily prep schedules and production planning
Oversee catering bakery production and custom orders
Supervise, train, and mentor one baker while creating a positive team culture
Manage bakery inventory, ordering, and ingredient organization
Monitor food costs, minimize waste, and maintain efficient production
Ensure all food safety and sanitation standards are consistently followed
Work closely with front-of-house to ensure product availability and communication
Assist with special events, holiday offerings, and menu launches

Qualifications:

3+ years of professional baking experience
Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Strong understanding of bread, pastries, desserts, laminated doughs, and seasonal baking
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Creative mindset with a passion for recipe development- unique flavor pairings + offerings
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Weekend availability required

What We’re Looking For:

Passionate about scratch baking and quality ingredients
Excited to collaborate and contribute creative ideas
A supportive leader who enjoys mentoring others
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Reliable, self-motivated, and takes ownership of their work
Committed to continuous learning and helping our bakery evolve

If you’re ready to help build an exceptional bakery program while leading a small team in a collaborative, community-focused kitchen, we’d love to meet you.

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