Head Baking Instructor

Job Title: Head Baking Instructor

Location: Bear’s Boomin’ Bakery, 715 Columbus Ave

Hours: Full-time (Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4PM)

Compensation: $60,000-$65,000

Start Date: July 6th, 2026

About Us

Bear’s Boomin’ Bakery is more than just a bakery. We are a mission-driven training program that teaches students with disabilities aged 16–21 how to thrive in the food service industry. Affiliated with Manhattan Children’s Center, our students gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and community connection to prepare them for long-term employment. We believe in high-quality food, exceptional service, and building an inclusive workplace where everyone is supported and valued.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Head Baking Instructor to join our team and support our students throughout their daily shifts in the bakery. This position will play a vital dual role in mentoring and teaching students with disabilities while actively participating in bakery operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, flexible, understands the needs of a bakery, and passionate about inclusion and hands-on learning.

Key Responsibilities

Student Training & Vocational Instruction (60%)

• Teach baking skills to students with disabilities in one-on-one and small-group settings
• Model bakery tasks and break down processes to support student learning and skill development
• Support students in developing job readiness skills, including time management, communication, teamwork, flexibility, and independence
• Adapt instruction and support based on individual student needs while encouraging increasing independence
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and encouragement throughout daily bakery operations
• Support students in customer service interactions, food preparation, cleaning, dishwashing, stocking, and other bakery responsibilities
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and empowering learning environment
  
  

Bakery Production & Operations (30%)

• Lead daily bakery production, ensuring all baked goods are prepared consistently and meet quality standards
• Plan, organize, and execute production schedules to meet daily demand, catering orders, and established deadlines
• Open the bakery daily and fully prepare the space for service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment in accordance with all health and safety regulations
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients and finished products
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, packaging, and bakery supplies and communicate ordering needs to the Director of Bakery Operations
  
  

Customer Service & Community Engagement (10%)

• Deliver excellent customer service and create a welcoming experience for guests
• Support students in providing customer service and interacting professionally with customers
• Uphold and actively share the bakery's mission, values, and commitment to inclusive employment opportunities
  
  

Qualifications

• Valid Food Handler’s License required
• Understanding of a Kosher kitchen a plus
• Experience in bakery, food service, or customer-facing experience
• Experience in a job coaching or educational setting with individuals with disabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to take initiative, multitask, adapt in a fast-paced environment, and self-manage daily schedule
• Must be comfortable standing for long periods and able to lift up to 30 lbs
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and empowering environment
  
  

Manhattan Children’s Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Children’s Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Children’s Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.