Operations Partner with Food Production Operations Manager to prioritize and ensure the operational success of the production kitchen Keep accurate shrinkage/waste/recipe records Ensure that baking tools, utensils, and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized according to standards Follow all HAACP plans and procedures Train staff to produce high-quality bakery items while following all proper food handling procedures Ensure the kitchen is adequately stocked with quality, up to date, gluten free baking ingredients and supplies Baking, Quality and Consistency Measure and mix ingredients to form dough and/or batter, using Hobart mixer, which may at times include beating and/or stirring ingredients by hand Work with proof box and commercial size rack oven Frost and pipe cakes/cupcakes Ensure products are produced exactly to recipe and according to established standards Master and use all commercial equipment necessary in the recipe/baking process Food Production Oversee and coordinate daily production lists to ensure daily production is completed on time Ensure efficient and productive shifts for all staff in the kitchen Train and lead staff daily by setting productivity expectations Work cooperatively with Bakehouse Operations Manager to establish pars and maintain pars Assist with recipe development following pricing and production Keep work areas clean in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations Leadership and Communication Participate in on-the-job training of new employees, helping to ensure they are properly trained Provide on-going feedback for employee performance to Food Production Operations Manager Take an active role in coaching employees to success in their job by using effective communication Find Coverage for shifts vacated due to absence/illness. Cover shift if not replacement is found. Ensure the department operations are running efficiently Proactively and continually seek and implement innovative solutions to increase quality, value, service and efficiency for our staff and operational goals Treat people with dignity and respect and behave ethically with integrity; tolerate no less from others Consistent and clear communication with Food Production Operations Manager (i.e. facilitate daily huddles, weekly check-ins). Safety and Compliance Alert Food Production Operations Manager of potential emergencies Ensure prompt reporting of any staff injuries Ensure dishes are clean according to established guidelines Clean up spills immediately and take trash out as needed, including after shift Maintain work in sanitary and orderly condition following guidelines set by the Food Production Operations Manager Open and close the production kitchen according to checklist standards Keep production kitchen equipment in working order and advise Food Production Operations Manager of equipment problems Ensure SOPs are up to date. Ensure safety concerns are addressed with Food Production Operations Manager. Attend staff meetings and other assigned training requirements Perform other duties as assigned by Food Production Operations Manager