Head Baker

Location: Koreatown, Manhattan, NY
Compensation: Up $70,000 to $80,000 based on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Up $70,000 to $80,000 based on experience, depending on experience.

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