Central Market (San Antonio Broadway) Pastry Production Lead - Full-Time

Central Market is a renowned specialty grocery chain that began its journey in Austin, Texas, in 1994. Since inception, the company has expanded its footprint to multiple locations throughout the state, earning a reputation as one of the freshest markets in the country. Central Market prides itself on sourcing the finest food and beverages from around the world, offering an exceptional array of products including hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, extensive produce selections, and aisles staffed with experts passionate about food. The store goes beyond just selling groceries; it serves as a hub for uniting families and communities through food, preserving cultures, and inspiring new traditions. Each store embodies the true spirit of a market – a place where goods, services, and ideas converge for food enthusiasts and culinary adventurers alike.

The role of Production Lead at Central Market is pivotal to maintaining the high standards and operational excellence that customers expect. The Production Lead works under minimal supervision, handling varied and moderately complex duties by applying advanced skills in their area of specialization. This position involves adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment to meet special needs, which demands a combination of expertise, leadership, and creativity. The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing multiple facets of the production process to ensure seamless workflow, high-quality products, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.

Key responsibilities include monitoring production flow, coordinating product ordering, organizing the production area, and leading initiatives to minimize waste. As a leader, this individual manages shifts, lunches, and breaks, supervises the production of special orders, and orders raw ingredients essential for the market’s product offerings. Maintenance of sanitation standards and equipment working conditions is also a critical component of the role. Additionally, the Production Lead plays a vital role in training new partners, supporting operational excellence initiatives, and ensuring that food safety processes are strictly followed. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, has a passion for food, and possesses proven supervisory experience in a retail or food production environment. Working at Central Market offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values quality, community, and culinary innovation.