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Bakery Lead

The Mill
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026 CLOSED ON 9/23/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bakery Lead position at The Mill?

Position Summary

We are looking for someone with professional bakery experience and a proven track record of team leadership in a food production environment.

This is a full-time position: 40 hours/week, with at least one weekend day required.

As part of our bakery leader team, you will be primarily responsible for leading the bakery team and assisting in the daily bake off and pastry production, as well as other leadership duties (ingredient inventory, ordering, etc.)

You would be directed by our Kitchen Operations Manager while being part of the growth and vision of this locally owned company.

Qualifications

  • At least 1 Year of Experience in a Professional Bakery
  • At least 1 Year of Experience as a Team Leader/Manager
  • A valid Lincoln Food Handlers Permit
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
  • Able to work 40 hours/week and occasional overtime, as required
  • Minimum High School or GED

Company Profile

The Mill Coffee & Tea is a small-batch, craft coffee roaster with espresso bars and tea houses located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Since our first store in 1975, The Mill’s mission has been to provide great coffee and tea and a warm, welcoming environment to enjoy it in.

Our Mission

Our mission at The Mill Coffee and Tea is to provide the finest specialty beverages, handcrafted for each customer, in a place where the community comes together.

Our Values

We treat every customer and employee with dignity and respect. The customer experience is our first priority. Our goal is to provide a warm, welcoming environment where we take the time to connect with each customer and to meet their needs. Every customer should leave with a positive impression of The Mill from their interaction with us – from our demeanor and drink quality, to store appearance.

The Mill Coffee & Tea is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, and discharge will be based on competence, performance and the business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Benefits include:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee discount
  • PTO

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Store discount

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan

Salary : $16

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