Lead Baker at Newport Coffee House

Position Lead Baker
Posted 15 May 2026
Expired 14 Jun 2026
Company Newport Coffee House
Location Evanston | US
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Lead Baker


Company:
Newport Coffee House Locations: Evanston (Bakery/Coffee Shop), Glenview (Roastery), Bannockburn (Coffee Shop)


About Newport Coffee House

Newport Coffee House is a close-knit team driven by a shared passion for exceptional coffee roasting and artisan baking. We believe that a truly great coffee experience is elevated by the perfect pastry pairing. With three distinct locations across the northern suburbs, baked goods have always been a cornerstone of what we offer to our community.


Our Pastry Program

We have a relentless passion for excellence and are constantly striving to elevate our craft. Our current artisan pastry menu features a variety of laminated doughs and specialty items, including croissants, scones, muffins, and quiches, proudly served alongside our signature Swedish Knot and Cardamom Bun. We are currently looking for an experienced, driven Lead Baker to join our team for the next chapter of our journey.


The Role

As a Lead Baker, you will be a key player in our kitchen operations, ensuring our daily pastry offerings meet the highest standards of quality and consistency. You will work side-by-side with our team, leading by example and contributing to a collaborative, respectful kitchen environment.


Key Responsibilities
  • Delegate daily production tasks and provide guidance to junior baking team members
  • Produce all items in our pastry assortment with the highest quality standards and maximum efficiency
  • Execute daily early morning bake-offs
  • Learn and master the production of new items as they are developed and launched
  • Perform routine kitchen preventive maintenance and cleaning activities
  • Ensure the absolute highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation at all times
  • Embrace a team-first approach, actively supporting co-workers and assisting with production and cleaning as needed
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Previous professional experience in artisan baking, specifically with a pastry menu similar to ours
  • Preferred experience with handling laminated doughs and managing bread production
  • A strong understanding of how to optimize production processes to achieve consistency and high quality
  • Excellent communication skills and a highly collaborative, respectful approach to teamwork
  • Ability to work early morning shifts for daily bake-offs as required
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Job Info:

  • Company: Newport Coffee House
  • Position: Lead Baker
  • Work Location: Evanston
  • Country: US

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