Bakery Sous Chef

Colossus Anaheim is a premier culinary destination renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence in the food industry. Located in the vibrant city of Anaheim, California, Colossus serves as a distinguished bakery and food establishment that prides itself on crafting exceptional baked goods that delight customers daily. With a focus on artisanal techniques and high standards, Colossus has built a strong reputation for delivering products that combine traditional methods with modern flavors. The atmosphere at Colossus Anaheim is one of passion and teamwork, where every member of the team is dedicated to maintaining the highest operational and food safety standards.

The Bakery Sous Chef position at Colossus Anaheim is an exciting full-time, exempt role offering a competitive salary of $70,304. This role is designed for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic bakery environment and is passionate about the art and science of baking. As a Bakery Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the bakery's daily operations while managing a talented team alongside the Bakery Pastry Chef. You will be responsible for ensuring that all doughs, breads, pastries, and various baked goods are produced accurately and efficiently, meeting Colossus's stringent quality standards.

In this leadership position, you will be integral in mentoring and directing bakers and shift leads, fostering a collaborative and productive workspace that upholds food safety and quality control protocols. The role demands a combination of strong baking skills, effective communication, and calm leadership to maintain smooth transitions between night and day shifts and to handle the challenges that arise during production schedules. Your ability to lead by example and adapt to changing conditions will contribute to sustaining the bakery's excellence.

You will work closely with the Bakery Pastry Chef and the ownership team, serving as a primary point of contact for the bakery staff. While you will have a defined work schedule, flexibility is expected to address call-outs and provide support during peak production times, holidays, and other special events. Your leadership will ensure consistent recipe adherence, quality assurance, operational safety, and that all bakery deliverables are prepared with precision and care.

The position also offers an inclusive work environment with employee benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance after a probationary period, paid time off, and dining discounts. This role is ideal for an experienced bakery professional seeking to elevate their career by joining a respected and forward-thinking company committed to employee growth and client satisfaction.