Lead Baker

Full-Time | Early Morning & Weekend Availability Required

Co-Dough is a rapidly growing artisan bakery based in Newport, Rhode Island. What began as a small startup has quickly evolved into a high-volume operation with ambitious growth plans. We are building a disciplined, systems-driven bakery designed to scale significantly over the coming years.

We are seeking a Lead Production Baker who takes pride in consistency, efficiency, and craftsmanship- and who wants to grow alongside a business that is building for the long term.

This is a hands‑on, high‑accountability production role focused on executing daily prep and baking with exceptional speed, precision, and consistency.

You will play a key role in maintaining production flow across doughs, baking, and finishing. While this position does not require formal people management, it does require leadership through execution, ownership of outcomes, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Execute daily production plans efficiently while maintaining strict quality standards
• Oversee scaling accuracy, fermentation schedules, and baking procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food‑safe production environment
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and proactively improve processes to increase productivity and reduce waste
• Support and guide team members during production, reinforcing standards and pacing
• Monitor ingredient usage and communicate inventory needs
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation protocols
• Take ownership of meeting production volume and timing expectations

• 2+ years experience in a bakery or high‑volume kitchen environment
• Strong technical understanding of dough handling and baking processes
• Process‑driven and detail‑oriented
• Calm and steady under pressure
• Reliable, proactive, and self‑directed
• Pride in craftsmanship and consistency
• Coachable with a growth mindset

• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs
• Comfortable working in a high‑volume commercial bakery setting with active ovens and equipment
• Available early mornings, weekends, and holidays

• $28–38 per hour based on experience and demonstrated production leadership
• Structured performance reviews with opportunity for increased compensation based on measurable operational impact
• Clear pathway toward expanded production leadership as the business scales

We are looking for individuals who are passionate and want more than just a job — people who want to help build something meaningful and grow with it.