Senior Baker Team Leader - IL/MA/DC

Levain Bakery was founded in 1995 in New York City by competitive triathletes and passionate bakers Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald. Starting from a small neighborhood bakery on West 74th Street, the establishment became famous for its signature 6-ounce chocolate chip walnut cookie, affectionately known as "the cookie." The bakery quickly grew from a beloved local spot to a renowned destination for visitors worldwide. Levain Bakery has stayed committed to baking everything fresh on-site every day and donates the days leftovers to charity, reflecting a strong sense of community responsibility and sustainability. Today, Levain Bakery proudly operates multiple locations across the United States and offers e-commerce gift boxes to bring their iconic baked goods to cookie lovers everywhere.

The company adheres to a clear vision to give rise to lifelong memories and a mission to unite people through their work and craft with great care. Levain Bakery proudly embodies five core values: welcoming all, working hard and being kind, leading with heart, rising up to improve, and savoring each moment. These values guide the team in their day-to-day operations and help maintain Levain's exceptional reputation.

The Senior Baker Team Leader role at Levain Bakery is a vital leadership position focused on driving product excellence across all bakery locations. Reporting directly to the Director of Product Quality and Innovation, this role ensures that every baked product, whether new or legacy, meets Levains gold standards through disciplined training, strong leadership, and rigorous quality control. The Senior Baker Team Leader owns the successful rollout and consistent execution of new products in the market and has accountability for bakery team preparedness, training, and execution throughout product launches.

Collaborating closely with the Assistant General Managers, General Managers, and District Managers, the Senior Baker Team Leader plays a key role in developing bakery teams, reinforcing standards, identifying gaps, and driving improvements in product quality and operational performance. The ideal candidate brings a people-forward, empathetic, and proactive leadership style combined with strong communication skills, adaptability, a passion for baking, and a relentless focus on quality and consistency.

This position demands high professionalism and organizational skills, with a proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams in fast-paced bakery environments. The role involves various responsibilities including team leadership, quality control, product rollout ownership, equipment maintenance support, and fostering collaboration across bakery and retail staff. Levain Bakery values continuous improvement and accountability, expecting its Senior Baker Team Leaders to embody and promote the companys standards and core values.

Offering a competitive salary range of $68,000 to $72,000 plus a 15% quarterly bonus potential, the position also includes comprehensive benefits such as health, vision, and dental insurance, paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and a 401K with company match. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a passionate baking professional looking to grow within a company renowned for quality and community spirit. Levain Bakery is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued.