Pies ’n’ Thighs, a beloved Southern comfort institution founded in Williamsburg, is opening a brand-new store in Park Slope, and we’re hiring a strong, hands-on Bakery Production Manager to build and lead the pastry team from day one.
This role is focused on consistent execution, team leadership, and establishing systems — with LIMITED creativity initially as the new store ramps up.
If you’re a confident leader who knows how to motivate teams, coach people up, and keep production running smoothly, this is a great fit.
What You’ll Do:
Lead daily pastry production for our new Brooklyn store
Produce donuts, pies, and pastries using established recipes
Build, train, and supervise a small pastry team
Create a positive, accountable, collaborative team culture
Maintain consistent quality, portioning, and presentation
Manage inventory, ordering, sanitation, and DOH standards
Set up systems, routines, and structure for a brand-new operation
Support occasional seasonal updates or small creative contributions (limited)
Who Thrives in This Role:
3+ years of pastry/bakery production experience (scratch preferred)
2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience (Shift Lead, Bakery Supervisor, Head Baker, Production Manager, etc.)
A leader who can motivate, grow, and manage people — not just bake
Someone who enjoys building systems teams can follow
Reliable, organized, calm under pressure
Early morning availability: weekends as needed
NYC Food Handler Certificate (or willing to obtain)
Compensation & Benefits Include:
$70,000–$80,000 salary (Depending on Experience)
Health insurance available beginning 1/1
Two weeks PTO
Equity potential as we expand
Shift meals + supportive culture
Opportunity to build something from the ground up in a new store
Qualified applicants - please send a resume along with a brief letter of interest. Thank you!