Ficelle Bakery is a modern artisanal French bakery located on the Miami River. Our passion-driven team is committed to producing fresh breads, pastries, and baked goods daily using quality ingredients and traditional techniques. We take pride in delivering exceptional products and service to our customers every day.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Baker to lead our daily bakery production. The Head Baker is responsible for overseeing all bread production, maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency, training and supervising bakery staff, managing inventory, and ensuring that all products reflect our commitment to authentic artisanal French baking. As a leader of our production team, the Head Baker will play a key role in delivering the fresh, award-winning baked goods our customers have come to love. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and supervise daily bread and viennoiserie production. Prepare, mix, ferment, shape, proof, and bake artisan breads according to company standards. Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation of all bakery products. Develop and improve recipes, production techniques, and seasonal offerings. Train, mentor, schedule, and supervise bakers and production staff. Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations. Monitor inventory levels and order ingredients and supplies as needed. Control waste and maintain cost-effective production practices. Inspect ingredients and finished products to ensure quality standards are met. Coordinate production schedules to meet retail and wholesale demands. Maintain bakery equipment and coordinate maintenance when necessary. Foster a positive, team-oriented, and professional work environment. Qualifications 5+ years of professional baking experience, preferably in an artisanal or French bakery. Previous supervisory or management experience. Strong knowledge of bread fermentation, sourdough production, laminated doughs, and artisan baking techniques. Ability to work early morning, weekends, and holidays as required. Excellent organizational and leadership skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain one. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods. Skills Artisan bread production Team leadership and training Inventory management Food safety and sanitation Time management Quality control Recipe development Production planning Physical Requirements Ability to work in a fast-paced bakery environment. Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying ingredients and baked goods. Ability to work near ovens and in varying temperature conditions.

Pay:

$22.22 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person