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Head Baker / Pastry Chef – French Bakery
Gourmet Distribution LLC – Moncks Corner, SC
Pay: $19.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday | No Saturdays or Sundays or nights
Position Overview
Gourmet Distribution LLC is seeking an experienced Head Baker / Pastry Chef to lead production at our French-inspired bakery in Moncks Corner, SC.
We are looking for a skilled, hands-on professional with a strong background in traditional French baking and pastry techniques. Our ideal candidate has formal pastry training and experience working with laminated doughs, croissants, artisan breads, and other French pastries.
This position requires someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, consistency, attention to detail, and maintaining high production standards while helping lead our bakery team.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and produce a variety of French-inspired breads, pastries, croissants, and other baked goods.
- Prepare, laminate, roll, shape, and proof doughs for croissants, pain au chocolat, danishes, and other viennoiseries.
- Mix, knead, shape, and bake bread doughs using proper fermentation and proofing techniques.
- Weigh and measure ingredients accurately to maintain consistency.
- Prepare batters, fillings, creams, glazes, and other pastry components.
- Monitor baking times, oven temperatures, and overall product quality.
- Oversee daily bakery production, ensuring products meet our quality and presentation standards.
- Assist with inventory management, ingredient preparation, and production planning.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary production environment.
- Lead by example and work alongside our production team to meet daily goals.
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Baking & Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts with a pastry concentration, or a related field required.
- Professional baking and pastry experience required.
- Experience with laminated doughs, including croissant dough, strongly preferred.
- Experience producing artisan breads, baguettes, and traditional French pastries preferred.
- Strong understanding of dough preparation, fermentation, proofing, and baking techniques.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to maintain consistent product quality in a production bakery environment.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently.
- Reliable, punctual, self-motivated, and able to work well with a team.
- Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and high-quality craftsmanship.
Schedule & Compensation
- Pay: $19.00–$22.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, no weekends.
- Location: 1200 Ben Barron Lane, Moncks Corner, SC 29461.
About Us
Gourmet Distribution LLC is a French-inspired bakery and production facility located in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.
We specialize in producing fresh, high-quality French breads, croissants, viennoiseries, pastries, and other baked goods for our cafés and wholesale customers.
Our products are made using fresh, simple, natural ingredients, without artificial additives or preservatives. We take pride in traditional French baking techniques, attention to detail, and delivering consistent quality in everything we produce.
We are looking for someone who shares our passion for authentic French baking and is ready to bring their skills, experience, and dedication to our growing team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $19 - $22