THORSDAY is a Swedish-inspired bakery and coffee bar coming to Fifth Avenue in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Rooted in the Swedish tradition of gathering over good food and coffee, THORSDAY brings together freshly baked breads, pastries, thoughtfully prepared specialty coffee, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
Inspired by fika, the Swedish custom of taking time to enjoy coffee, something delicious, and good company, THORSDAY celebrates the pleasure of everyday rituals.
The bakery will offer freshly baked breads and pastries alongside specialty coffee from Onyx Coffee Lab. Every detail reflects an appreciation for quality ingredients, skilled craftsmanship, and the simple pleasure of sharing good food.
Independently owned and designed to become part of the neighborhood, THORSDAY is a place to start your morning, meet a friend, pick up fresh bread, or take a moment for yourself.
THORSDAY. A Swedish-inspired bakery and coffee bar, made for Brooklyn.
Job description
The role
We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Baker to lead our bakery and kitchen program.
This person will oversee and participate in the daily production of breads and pastries, while also managing a small selection of light savory food, including sandwiches and salads.
This is a working Head Baker position. You should be equally comfortable developing a production schedule, training a baker, costing a recipe, and getting behind the bench to mix, shape, proof, bake, and finish products.
Experience with Swedish or Scandinavian baking is not required. Strong professional baking experience, technical knowledge, consistency, and the ability to lead a small operation are.
Responsibilities
Bakery and food production
Lead daily production of breads, pastries, and other baked goods
Work hands-on in production alongside the bakery team
Oversee preparation of light bites, including sandwiches and salads
Establish production schedules and prep systems based on daily demand
Maintain consistent standards for flavor, appearance, portioning, and quality
Develop, test, document, and refine recipes
Help develop seasonal and new menu items
Establish systems that allow the bakery to maintain quality as volume grows
Kitchen leadership
Lead, train, and support bakery and kitchen staff
Create staff schedules based on production and business needs
Establish clear kitchen procedures and expectations
Build a kitchen culture based on respect, communication, organization, and shared responsibility
Work closely with ownership and the broader THORSDAY team during opening and ongoing operations
Operations and costs
Manage ingredient ordering and inventory
Maintain appropriate pars and minimize waste
Monitor food costs, yields, portions, and recipe costs
Help establish pricing and profitability targets for bakery and food items
Maintain organized recipes, production records, prep lists, and ordering systems
Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency without compromising quality
Food safety and organization
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional bakery and kitchen
Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, sanitation, and allergen procedures
Maintain compliance with NYC Department of Health requirements
Establish cleaning, opening, closing, and food-safety procedures for the bakery and kitchen
What we’re looking for
Significant professional baking experience is required
Strong knowledge of bread and pastry production
Experience working in a professional bakery, restaurant, café, or production kitchen
Previous leadership or management experience in a bakery or kitchen
Strong understanding of production planning and kitchen organization
Experience with recipe development, costing, inventory, and ordering
Ability to train and develop others
Strong attention to consistency and detail
Comfortable working in the fast-moving environment of a new independent business
Willingness to work hands-on and solve problems as they arise
Availability for the early hours and schedule required by a working bakery
NYC Food Protection Certificate a must
Swedish or Scandinavian baking experience is welcome, but not required.
Compensation and benefits
$70,000 - 80,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Full-time position
Health insurance
Paid time off
Employee meals and discounts
Why THORSDAY
You’ll be joining THORSDAY at the beginning.
For the right person, that means having a real voice in the bakery: helping shape the bread and pastry program, developing systems, building the kitchen team, and creating the standards that will define how we work.
We’re looking for someone who wants to take ownership of their craft and help build a neighborhood bakery and coffee bar from the ground up.
Compensation
this position is: salaried, $75,000 - $100,000
Role requirements
Required skills
Significant professional baking experience
Strong knowledge of bread and pastry production
Experience working in a professional bakery, restaurant, café, or production kitchen
Previous leadership or management experience in a bakery or kitchen
Strong understanding of production planning and kitchen organization
Experience with recipe development, costing, inventory, and ordering
Ability to train and develop others
Strong attention to consistency and detail
Comfortable working in the fast-moving environment of a new independent business
Willingness to work hands-on and solve problems as they arise
Availability for the early hours and schedule required by a working bakery
Required certifications or licenses
NYC Food Protection Certificate
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