Culinary Production Lead

Overview:

The Culinary Production Lead oversees all recipe development, production, and innovation in the Preservatory. This role collaborates directly with the Farm Team to utilize seasonal produce and create unique, Bonton-branded retail and café products that align with the “farm-to-table” mission.

• Partner with the Farm Team to identify seasonal produce and develop recipes that highlight what’s grown locally.
• Assist with the receipt and delivery of farm produce for best use for retail or consumer product (e.g., right capacity, best margin yield & determination of product use and purpose).
• Develop, test, and standardize recipes for:
  • Pastries and baked goods for the Coffee House and Market Café.
  • Jams, preserves, and pickled goods for retail.
  • Sauces, condiments, and honey-based products for both retail and internal use.
• Produce and oversee in-house honey butter production.
• Maintain quality and consistency standards across all food products.
• Collaborate with the Manager – Social Enterprise & Guest Experience to forecast production needs and manage inventory.
• Train and mentor Preservatory staff and apprentices on food preparation, sanitation, and recipe execution.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and labeling regulations.

• 3–5 years of experience in pastry arts, food production, or culinary management.
• Strong background in recipe development and scaling production.
• Knowledge of food preservation, baking, and safety procedures.
• Passion for sustainable, seasonal, and community-driven food production.