Overview
The Head Baker oversees all bakery operations for Drift’s local market, ensuring consistent quality, efficient production, and timely fulfillment of all baked good orders across our cafés. This role blends creativity and precision — leading a bakery team in daily production, managing ingredient inventory, and developing new recipes that align with our brand’s seasonal menu direction.This position is expected to average 35 hours/week on a Monday - Friday schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
- Manage day-to-day bakery production to fulfill baked good orders for all café locations in the local market.
- Utilize the company’s inventory and order management systems to track and fulfill store orders efficiently.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and safety in all baking operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace that meets all health and sanitation standards.
- Use a company vehicle to transport goods between local stores.
Inventory & Ordering
- Oversee and manage ingredient inventory on a daily basis, ensuring proper levels for consistent production.
- Place and track ingredient and supply orders based on forecasted needs and production schedules.
- Monitor transfers, usage, and waste to maintain cost efficiency and minimize overstock.
Weekly Responsibilities
- Oversee weekly inventory management and product transfers to cafés.
- Place ingredient orders and maintain accurate organization of inventory systems.
- Meet regularly with the Food and Beverage Director to review production priorities, seasonal changes, and quality feedback.
Qualifications
- Valid drivers license and ability to drive a small transit van.
- 2+ years of professional baking experience; prior experience as a lead or head baker strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience using inventory and recipe management systems
- Demonstrated creativity and technical skill in recipe development.
- Ability to lead and train a small team in a fast-paced production environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At Drift, we believe hospitality is more than serving coffee and food, it’s creating spaces where people feel welcomed, connected, and cared for.
We’re looking for individuals who care deeply about serving others, creating thoughtful experiences, and meaningful connections. Through exceptional food and beverage, intentional hospitality, and inviting spaces, our team helps create memorable moments for every guest who walks through our doors.
Our Mission
Drift is a coffee and café brand committed to offering authentic, memorable experiences rooted in simplicity and care. We serve fresh, thoughtful food and beverages with heartfelt hospitality in clean, open environments designed to bring people together.
Join us in creating spaces people want to return to — day after day.