VP of Bakery Operations

A large, well-established bakery and deli company renowned for its exceptional food, cakes, tarts, and pastries is seeking an experienced Vice President of Bakery Operations. This company has earned a stellar reputation for delivering high-quality bakery items to its customers, blending traditional baking techniques with innovative product development. With a strong market presence and commitment to quality, the company focuses on maintaining the integrity and vision of its bakery offerings while expanding profitability and operational excellence. The employment type is full-time, offering a competitive salary package accompanied by attractive benefits. The Vice President of Bakery Operations will be reporting directly to the CEO and will hold a critical leadership role within the organization.

This leadership role involves overarching responsibility for the bakery operations, ensuring that every aspect from recipe adherence to finished product presentation at the cafe level is flawlessly executed. The VP will safeguard the bakery vision and authority, uphold product quality, and drive continuous improvements across all operational segments. Strategic oversight includes food safety protocols, team member safety, staffing management, and fostering a culture of engagement and development. Maintaining production efficiency, inventory management, and quality control through Six Sigma and lean methodologies are key components of this role. The VP will ensure compliance with all relevant policies and government regulations while managing the profits and losses of the bakery division. In addition to supervising the Bakery Plant Manager and partnering with the Market Executive Pastry Chef, the VP will orchestrate efforts to meet future market demands and maximize profitable growth.

The role demands exceptional business leadership skills to maintain the bakery's conceptual essence while steering overall business strategies and key initiatives. The VP will be responsible for the total quality management systems related to bakery production, packaging, display, and special orders across all sales channels. Collaborating closely with the Bakery Innovation team, the VP will lead product development, cost control, and commercialization processes to establish repeatable and scalable gold standards. This includes timely resolution of quality issues and production inquiries raised by Market Pastry Chefs. Operational excellence is paramount, with responsibilities spanning staffing, training, scheduling, inventory accuracy, and logistics management to facilitate smooth bakery operations and uninterrupted product supply.

The VP will actively promote safety, sanitation, crisis management procedures, and adherence to DEIB principles, ensuring a positive and inclusive workplace culture. They must foster effective communication across teams, provide clear performance feedback, and maintain a zero-tolerance policy on harassment. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned culinary leader to make a transformative impact within a prestigious bakery and deli company, leading multi-unit operations and contributing to sustained business success. The candidate will work in dynamic conditions, including travel and flexible hours, and will be empowered to spearhead innovation and operational improvements within the bakery division.