Lead Pastry Baker FT Department: BOH Location: Austin, TX START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3211349&source=3211349-CJB-0) SusieCakes is hiring for a Lead Baker/Decorator at our production location in Austin! We are seeking someone that has a passion for the baking & cake decorating, leading a team, and is looking to grow their career. We offer a competitive compensation package, benefits, PTO, 401k and much more! Pay is $18-19/HR + tips ($2-4/HR) BENEFITS & PERKS - Predictable schedule - Day shifts! - Free non-slip shoes (annually!) - Birthday month PTO with complimentary cake - Company holidays off (Thanksgiving, December 25th-27th, and New Year-s Day) - Medical, dental, vision insurance - Vacation, 401k, FSA - Paid Sick Time - Referral Program - Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance - Flexible return to work schedule for maternity leave - Generous 50% discount to all our delicious desserts! The pastry baker lead assists in the culinary operations by leading the teams with managing the production schedule, supporting & developing the culinary teams, and inspiring a fun work environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: + Leads the teams by motivating, training, and developing the culinary team members + Prepare a wide variety of standard and custom baked goods according to recipes and standard operating procedures including, but not limited to, cakes, cookies, pies, bars, puddings, buttercreams, etc. + Lead team in production of custom baked goods. Develop and trains skills in mixing, baking, building, decorating and inscribing products + Assign daily production to team members and ensure its completion + Ensure all food is prepared, handled, and stored according to all required food safety code standards + Operations focused: Operate and maintain bakery equipment, manage product inventory levels, and guest orders. Demonstrates a commitment to driving sales BENEFITS & PERSK: + Flexible work schedule + Free non-slip shoes (annually!) + Birthday month PTO with complimentary cake + Company holidays off (Thanksgiving, December 25th-27th, and New Year-s Day) + Medical, dental, vision insurance + Vacation, 401k, FSA + Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance + Flexible return to work schedule for maternity leave + Generous discounts to all our delicious desserts! QUALIFICATIONS: + Two years of previous culinary experience, pastry experience strongly preferred + Must be able to safely utilize all bakery equipment + Ability to work in multiple Regional and/or Market locations + Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule according to business needs + Must have reliable transportation PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: + Frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and reaching overhead + Able to stand for extended periods of time + Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds + Must be able to taste product for quality assurance i.e buttercream(s), cake(s) and cupcake(s)batter, cookie dough and other recipes as assigned. EDUCATION: + Culinary degree preferred + High school diploma or GED LANGUAGE SKILLS: + Must be able to speak, read, and write English OTHER: + Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3211349&source=3211349-CJB-0)