SusieCakes is hiring for a Lead Baker/Decorator at our production location in Austin!

We are seeking someone that has a passion for the baking & cake decorating, leading a team, and is looking to grow their career. We offer a competitive compensation package, benefits, PTO, 401k and much more!

Pay is $18-19/HR + tips ($2-4/HR)

BENEFITS & PERKS

· Predictable schedule - Day shifts!

· Free non-slip shoes (annually!)

· Birthday month PTO with complimentary cake

· Company holidays off (Thanksgiving, December 25th-27th, and New Year’s Day)

· Medical, dental, vision insurance

· Vacation, 401k, FSA

· Paid Sick Time

· Referral Program

· Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance

· Flexible return to work schedule for maternity leave

· Generous 50% discount to all our delicious desserts!

The pastry baker lead assists in the culinary operations by leading the teams with managing the production schedule, supporting & developing the culinary teams, and inspiring a fun work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads the teams by motivating, training, and developing the culinary team members
• Prepare a wide variety of standard and custom baked goods according to recipes and standard operating procedures including, but not limited to, cakes, cookies, pies, bars, puddings, buttercreams, etc.
• Lead team in production of custom baked goods. Develop and trains skills in mixing, baking, building, decorating and inscribing products
• Assign daily production to team members and ensure its completion
• Ensure all food is prepared, handled, and stored according to all required food safety code standards
• Operations focused: Operate and maintain bakery equipment, manage product inventory levels, and guest orders. Demonstrates a commitment to driving sales

BENEFITS & PERSK:

• Flexible work schedule
• Free non-slip shoes (annually!)
• Birthday month PTO with complimentary cake
• Company holidays off (Thanksgiving, December 25th-27th, and New Year’s Day)
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Vacation, 401k, FSA
• Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance
• Flexible return to work schedule for maternity leave
• Generous discounts to all our delicious desserts!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of previous culinary experience, pastry experience strongly preferred
• Must be able to safely utilize all bakery equipment
• Ability to work in multiple Regional and/or Market locations
• Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule according to business needs
• Must have reliable transportation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and reaching overhead
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to taste product for quality assurance i.e buttercream(s), cake(s) and cupcake(s)batter, cookie dough and other recipes as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Culinary degree preferred
• High school diploma or GED

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English

OTHER:

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed