Director of Technical Baking

Izzio Artisan Bakery•Louisville, CO

3d•$150,000 - $185,000

About The Position

At izzio Artisan Bakery, we believe great bread starts with great ingredients—and great people. As the #1 selling and fastest-growing sourdough brand, we craft our bread in small batches using time-honored techniques, simple ingredients, and a passion for quality. Naturally fermented and incredibly delicious, izzio is real artisan sourdough. Our team is at the heart of everything we do—and a key ingredient in our success. We are seeking a seasoned baking professional who brings deep technical expertise, operational leadership, and a passion for product excellence. This individual will serve as a key leader, equally adept at diagnosing fermentation challenges on the floor as they are shaping strategy in leadership discussions. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced commercial bakery, values precision and consistency, and is committed to continuously elevating product performance. Position Summary The Director of Technical Baking is responsible for leading all aspects of baking science, product commercialization, and process optimization across izzio’s commercial bakery operations. This role focuses on scaling artisan processes, advancing baking technology, and improving production performance while maintaining the integrity of our products. As the organization’s technical authority on bread, this leader will play a critical role in enhancing production efficiency, supporting innovation, and driving continuous improvement across all bakery operations.

Requirements

Education and relevant experience in food science or baking science.
A minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial bread baking, with at least 3–5 years in a baking leadership or technical quality role.
Deep understanding of dough fermentation, artisan processes, and commercial bread production.
Proven ability to scale products and optimize baking processes in a high-volume environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and drive results
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Critical Thinking - Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong Communication - Clear writing, internal communication, and external storytelling abilities.
Organized & Detail-Oriented - Ability to juggle multiple projects and timelines efficiently.
Collaborative Mindset - Comfortable working with cross-functional teams.
Adaptability & Agility - Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert in artisan and commercial baking processes, including fermentation, mixing, dough handling, proofing, baking, and cooling
Lead the successful scale-up of new products from R&D through full commercial production
Train, coach, and elevate production teams in technical baking standards and best practices
Partner with equipment manufacturers and ingredient suppliers to optimize performance and resolve technical challenges
Translate R&D formulations into scalable, repeatable production processes
Refine dough formulations and process parameters to ensure performance at scale
Support new product launches by validating process readiness and operational feasibility
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product execution in production
Identify and implement improvements in formulations, workflows, and baking technology to increase efficiency and reduce waste
Drive standardization of baking procedures across production lines
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve equipment performance and reliability
Analyze production data to improve consistency and optimize throughput
Manage and develop the Technical Baking team
Partner with R&D, Operations, Maintenance, and Sales to align product performance with business goals
Serve as a key technical voice in strategic planning and operational decision-making

Benefits

Competitive base salaries (commensurate with experience) along with potential bonus program and other recognitions dependent upon role.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you and your family covered.
401(k) with company match, life insurance, and long-term disability.
Paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling where possible.
We are committed to the growth of our employees by providing ongoing training, professional development opportunities, and pathways to advance your career.
Weekly take-home bread, because real sourdough bread is part of your life, not just your job. You’ll also enjoy the occasional team meal, first tastes of our innovation, and coffee is provided at the office.
izzo encourages a recognition culture and offers opportunities to recognize peers via our Employee Portal Recognition & Rewards.

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