Head Baker

Location : Koreatown, Manhattan, NY

Compensation : Up to $25 / hour , based on experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

About Us

Circle Hospitality Group is opening an exciting new Asian-inspired bakery in Koreatown, NYC. We’re looking for a skilled and creative Head Baker to lead daily production, oversee recipe development, and set the standard for quality and consistency in our bakery program.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage daily production of breads, pastries, and other baked goods.

Develop and refine recipes in collaboration with ownership and culinary leadership.

Ensure consistent taste, texture, and presentation of all bakery items.

Train, supervise, and schedule baking staff to maintain efficient workflow.

Manage inventory, ordering, and ingredient sourcing.

Uphold cleanliness, organization, and adherence to food safety standards.

Contribute innovative ideas for menu development and seasonal offerings.

Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years of professional baking experience ; prior lead or head baker experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of Asian-style baking (e.g., milk bread, mochi breads, red bean buns, cream buns, castella cake, etc.).

Proven ability to manage production schedules and team coordination.

Excellent attention to detail and high standards for quality and consistency.

Passion for creativity, innovation, and leadership in a growing bakery brand.

Compensation & Growth

Up to $25 / hour , depending on experience.

Opportunity to grow with Circle Hospitality Group and play a key role in defining a new bakery concept in Koreatown.