Sacramento
Job Description ead Baker — The Forgotten Bakery Location: Sacramento, CA Schedule: 3 - 5 days per week, 4am-12:30. This position is part time to full Compensation: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) ⸻ ABOUT THE ROLE The Lead Baker is responsible for executing and guiding daily production of our core products, including bagels, empanadas, and baked goods. This is a hands-on leadership role, focused on maintaining consistency, efficiency, and quality across all baking operations. This is not a management position, but the Lead Baker plays a key role in setting the tone of the kitchen, supporting the team, and ensuring production runs smoothly from start to finish. ⸻ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Baking & Dough Production • Lead daily bagel and empanada dough production, • Mix, shape, and manage fermentation timelines for bagels, • Oversee dough handling, shaping, and baking processes, • Ensure consistency in product quality, size, and timing, • Manage oven workflow and ensure all bakes are ready for service ⸻ Daily Prep & Organization • Oversee and assist with prep of fillings, spreads, and baked goods, • Create and execute daily prep lists to ensure readiness for current and next day, • Ensure all prep is properly labeled, dated, and stored (FIFO), • Work closely with prep staff to maintain efficient workflow ⸻ Team Support & Leadership • Guide and support bakers and prep staff during production, • Provide hands-on support during busy periods, • Help train team members on baking standards and techniques, • Maintain a positive, focused, and team-oriented environment, • Communicate clearly with Kitchen Manager and ownership on production needs ⸻ Catering, Wholesale & Production Flow • Coordinate production to fulfill catering, wholesale, and pre-orders, • Prioritize high-volume and specialty orders to ensure on-time completion, • Maintain clear communication around large orders and special requests ⸻ Inventory & Kitchen Standards • Monitor flour, ingredients, and specialty supply levels, • Assist with daily inventory tracking and organization, • Maintain cleanliness of all baking equipment, tools, and storage areas, • Follow all cleaning checklists and food safety procedures, • Ensure compliance with all health and sanitation standards ⸻ QUALIFICATIONS • Strong baking experience required (bagels or bread preferred), • Experience in a high-volume kitchen or bakery, • Leadership or lead position experience preferred, • Highly organized and detail-oriented, • Ability to work early mornings and in a fast-paced environment, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods, • Food Handler Certification required (or must obtain within 30 days) ⸻ ABOUT US The Forgotten Bakery is a community-driven bakery focused on quality, creativity, and consistency. We specialize in hand-rolled, beer-fermented bagels, empanadas, and sandwiches made from scratch daily. ⸻ HOW TO APPLY Send your resume, references, and a short note about your experience and why you’d be a great fit. By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply. Powered by Homebase. Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools.