Lead Bread Baker

Company: Fresh Baguette
Location: Germantown
Posted on: January 28, 2026

Job Description:

Fresh Baguette is a fast-growing, artisanal bakery known for its high-quality standards and modern atmosphere. The company was founded in Bethesda, MD in 2013, to bring fresh, made-from-scratch organic breads, pastries, sweets, and croissant items inspired by bakeries in France to the DMV area. We have expanded to eight retail locations, two commissaries, and a thriving wholesale business. We serve hundreds of coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores with fresh products every day, 365 days a year. Our mission is to offer our customers unique moments of indulgence that are delicious to every sense. We are passionate about quality and take great pride in everything we do. This value is evident in everything we do, from the smell of scratch-made artisanal croissants and organic bread baking fresh throughout the day to the beauty of hand-crafted pastries, delicious coffee, and savory creations delivered in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Lead Bread Baker – Artisan Bread and Croissant Commissary Bakery Germantown, MD | Full-Time Pay: $50,000–$65,000 per year Benefits Health Insurance after 90 days Paid Vacation Free Lunch 401(k) and 401(k) match 40% Employee discount Anniversary Gift Card Exciting growth opportunities Join Our Growing Team at Fresh Baguette! We’re looking for a hands-on Lead Bread Baker to lead and work alongside our team in our Germantown commissary bakery. This is not an office or purely operational role —you’ll be on the production floor shaping dough, supervising baking, and ensuring every product meets our high standards. About the Work Environment Our commissary bakery is a large-scale, industrial production setting with: Industrial machinery and loud noise from mixers, sheeters, and ovens Hot and cold temperatures from ovens, proofers, and walk-in refrigerators A clean, production-focused environment designed for efficiency and high-volume baking If you thrive in fast-paced, hands-on production environments, this is the perfect role for you. What You’ll Do Lead and work side-by-side with a team of 10 bakers in daily production Perform hands-on baking tasks , including: Mixing doughs and batters Sheeting and laminating dough Shaping and proofing breads and pastries Baking and finishing products to Fresh Baguette standards Foster a positive, supportive team environment where bakers feel empowered to excel Guide the team, resolve issues, and maintain steady production flow to meet quality and deadlines Train and coach team members on techniques, safety, and efficiency Monitor workflow and implement continuous improvements in production Ensure a safe, clean, and professional work environment Maintain a fast-paced production rhythm—producing hundreds of products daily What You’ll Need 1 years as a Sous-Chef Baker, supervising a bakery production team (10 employees) is required Baking Expertise: 1 years of experience in a commissary bakery, large-scale production kitchen, or similar setting is required. Experience with industrial baking machinery is a plus. Bread & Pastry Knowledge: Strong understanding of bread mixing, fermentation, shaping, and baking, as well as pastry and culinary fundamentals is required Artisan Baking Experience: 1 years of experience in artisan bread baking, French baking, or Viennese preferred Comfort with physical work: lifting, bending, and standing for long periods , working in hot and cold environments with loud machinery Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training or Associate degree in Baking/Pastry Arts preferred Full open availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Additional Requirements Reliable transportation to work Authorized to work in the U.S. Proficiency in English Ability to work with computers and technology efficiently Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Physical stamina and dexterity to work in demanding environments such as lifting 75lbs, reaching, bending, standing for 8 hours, etc. Why Join Fresh Baguette? We’re more than a bakery—we’re a team passionate about quality, craftsmanship, and creating special moments for our customers. If you love baking, leading teams, and working in a true production environment , this is the role for you. Apply Today! Learn more: https://www.freshbaguette.net/ PI6dc973483135-25448-39162411

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