Executive Master Baker

About the role

The Executive Master Baker serves as the highest culinary and baking authority within LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee. This executive-level role is responsible for leading, designing, and scaling a world-class artisan baking program that sets the standard for quality, innovation, and guest experience across all company-owned and franchised locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee LaMar’s expanded gourmet baking program, including:
• Artisan breads and bagels
• Croissants and laminated pastries
• Danish, muffins, cookies, brownies, and bars
• Cupcakes, birthday cakes, wedding cakes, and special-occasion cakes
• Execute advanced piping, finishing, and fresh fruit presentation techniques
• Create and maintain a proprietary, expanded menu line authored by the Executive Master Baker
• Conduct ongoing research and development of new products, seasonal offerings, and limited-time releases
• Develop premium and luxury baked goods that justify high price points through quality and craftsmanship
• Ensure products are scalable while maintaining artisan integrity
• Design and lead orientation and training programs for all baking positions
• Establish standardized recipes, procedures, and quality controls
• Certify bakers and trainers across corporate and franchised locations
• Serve as the final authority on baked goods quality and readiness
• Set merchandising and display standards for all baked goods
• Partner with operations and leadership to optimize guest appeal and sales conversion
• Maintain consistency and excellence across multiunit operations
• Implement quality audits and corrective action plans as needed
• Balance production efficiency with premium execution standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of high-level, from-scratch baking experience
• Demonstrated expertise in artisan breads, laminated doughs, pastries, and celebration cakes
• Advanced skill in piping, finishing, and decorative techniques
• Experience training and leading bakery teams
• Strong understanding of food science, fermentation, and ingredient functionality

Prior Experience

• Experience in luxury gourmet, artisan bakery, fine dining, hotel, or flagship café environments
• Multiunit or franchised system experience
• Experience developing premium or gourmet menu lines

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary Range (Nebraska): $65,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional benefits may include: Health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid time off and paid holidays, Travel and relocation support, where applicable.

EEO Statement

LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.