Executive Pastry Chef (Fort Collins)

Executive Pastry ChefThe Bread Chic + Rise & Vine | Fort Collins, COAbout UsThe Bread Chic is a high-volume artisan bakery specializing in long-fermented sourdough, croissants, pastries, and handmade baked goods, operating across two production facilities in Fort Collins, Colorado.Our sister concept, Rise & Vine, is a café and wine bar focused on elevated hospitality, artisan food, and community connection.We produce for retail, wholesale, farmers markets, and café service, and we are passionate about quality, craftsmanship, and creating exceptional experiences through food.Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and highly creative Executive Pastry Chef to lead and elevate our pastry program across The Bread Chic and Rise & Vine.This is a hands-on leadership role focused on sourdough production, croissant execution, dessert development, team leadership, and maintaining exceptional quality standards in a high-volume artisan bakery environment encompassing sourdough bread, pastry, wholesale, and café service.We are looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with creativity, organization, and a passion for artisan baking and pastry.Core ResponsibilitiesPastry & Croissant LeadershipOversee croissant and laminated dough productionMaintain consistency and quality across all pastry itemsLead daily pastry execution across multiple locationsDessert & Pastry DevelopmentDevelop seasonal pastries and dessertsCreate elevated offerings for Rise & VineContribute creative ideas while maintaining production efficiencyBread & Production CollaborationWork collaboratively with the sourdough and bread production teamsSupport overall production flow between the pastry and bread departmentsMaintain awareness of fermentation schedules, bake timing, and shared production systems across locationsTeam LeadershipLead and support pastry production staffTrain, mentor, and develop team membersFoster accountability, teamwork, and craftsmanshipSystems & OrganizationMaintain prep lists, pars, and production systemsHelp improve workflow and efficiencyEnsure organization and cleanliness throughout pastry productionQuality & Food SafetyMaintain high standards for presentation, flavor, and consistencyEnforce sanitation and food safety standardsWhat We're Looking ForStrong bread/sourdough, pastry, laminated dough, and artisan bakery production experience preferredExperience in artisan bakery or high-volume pastry productionLeadership experience preferredCreative, organized, and calm under pressurePassion for quality ingredients and craftsmanshipAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentOur ValuesFamily – We prioritize relationships with our team and communityHospitality – We treat everyone like familyQuality – We use the best ingredients and maintain high standardsResponsibility – We take initiative and get things doneTeamwork – We support each other and step in when neededCommunity – We build connections through what we createPosition DetailsFull-timeWeekend availability requiredCompetitive salary based on experienceWhy Join UsThis is an opportunity to help shape and grow an evolving artisan pastry program within a rapidly growing bakery and café group. We are building something special and are looking for leaders who want to grow with us.To ApplyPlease send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and pastry background.