Lead Baker

Tous les Jours is a French-Asian inspired bakery caf dedicated to baking fresh daily using premium ingredients. From signature cloud cakes, mousse cakes, and artisan breads to handcrafted pastries and desserts, we create joyful experiences through beautifully crafted baked goods. We are opening our newest location in McKinney, TX, and are building our founding back-of-house production team.

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on Production Lead to run our back-of-house bake and cake operations. This is a working lead role you'll be baking, decorating, and producing alongside the team every shift, while also being accountable for the pace, quality, and output of the entire section. You'll set the standard from day one and be the person the owner counts on to make sure product goes out on time, at the right quality, and with nothing falling through the cracks.

Schedule: Morning shift only; includes weekends

• Lead daily bake and cake production work the line yourself while directing the team, assigning stations, and adjusting the plan for call-outs or short staffing
  
• Own production targets: confirm quantities at shift start, track progress throughout, and ensure everything is completed on time and to spec
  
• Spot-check product at every stage (color, shape, bake, glaze, fill, decoration) to maintain consistent quality and catch issues before they reach the case
  
• Manage station coverage and breaks so the line is never left unattended
  
• Track and document waste, damage, and production shortfalls/overages every shift; report significant losses to management immediately
  
• Maintain FIFO organization and cleanliness of freezer, cooler, and dry storage at all times
  
• Conduct weekly inventory counts, forecast needs ~2.5 weeks out, and flag shortages before they become stockouts
  
• Verify incoming deliveries against orders and report discrepancies
  
• Close out each shift with a clean, reset kitchen and next-day production ready to go
  
• Train and mentor team members on recipes, technique, and quality standards
  

• Experience in baking, pastry, or cake decorating; prior lead/supervisory experience preferred
  
• Proficient with commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, proofers, and piping tools
  
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to lead a team while maintaining your own production output
  
• Comfortable owning inventory, documentation, and accountability for a section not just the baking itself
  
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in warm kitchen conditions
  
• Available for early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays
  
• Food Manager certification required prior to start date
  

• $17 $20/hour based on experience
  
• Employee discount on all products and beverages
  
• Paid training and flexible scheduling
  
• Clear growth path into Assistant Manager and Management roles
  

Tous les Jours is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Opportunities for advancement Experience: Kitchen Lead 2 years (Preferred) Shift Availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: McKinney, TX 75070 (Required) Work Location: In person