Central Market (Houston) Bread Production Lead - Full time - Must have professional baking exp

Central Market is a specialty grocery store that was founded in Austin, Texas, in 1994. Since its inception, Central Market has expanded to several locations across the state, becoming a beloved destination for food enthusiasts and shoppers seeking unparalleled fresh food experiences. Known for its commitment to quality and freshness, Central Market offers a vast selection of the finest food and drink, sourced directly from around the world. From hundreds of varieties of cheese, thousands of wines, to acres of fresh produce, Central Market caters to those passionate about food. Each store serves as not just a marketplace but a community hub where families and food lovers come together to share traditions, discover new flavors, and enjoy a truly immersive shopping experience. Their wide selection and expert staff emphasize quality, freshness, and customer satisfaction as key pillars of their business. The company values food as a means to unite communities, preserving cultural heritages and creating new traditions.

The available position is a supervisory role within the production department. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation and quality control of food products sold at Central Market. A Production Lead works with minimal supervision, managing varied and moderately complex duties. This person applies advanced skills in food production and oversees production flow, product quality, and operational standards in their area. They are responsible for coordinating product orders, organizing workspace, and supporting shrinkage control initiatives to minimize waste. The Production Lead also manages special production orders and supervises team scheduling, including shifts, lunches, and break times. Ordering raw ingredients, maintaining department sanitation, and ensuring equipment is functioning correctly are integral parts of this role. Additionally, this position includes training responsibilities, assisting in orienting new team members, and promoting food safety, sanitation standards, and operational excellence initiatives throughout the department. The role requires someone who can adapt procedures and tools to meet specialized needs while fostering a productive, efficient, and safe working environment. The Production Lead directly impacts the delivery of high-quality products to Central Market’s discerning customers. This position is ideal for a professional with significant experience in food production and supervisory skills who is passionate about quality and operational efficiency. Employment type and salary are not specified but are consistent with supervisory roles in retail food production environments and will likely include benefits that support employee well-being and professional growth.