Philomena Bake Shop is a gluten-free, vegan bakery with a strong wholesale presence and a growing retail storefront in Slavic Village. We’re currently experiencing record-breaking sales and are positioned for continued growth across both retail and wholesale—and you could be the difference-maker in our next chapter.

We are a small team running a high volume kitchen. A new person joining us should be energetic, reliable (showing up is important), comfortable with the rhythm of food service (it can be a physically demanding and messy), and enjoys crossing items off a list (the job is very task oriented).

Current Openings: Production Manager. Friday and Saturday availability is required. Tap on the job description below and then email Caitlin (at) philomenabakeshop.com with your resume and a short description of why you would like to work with us.

  • Help Lead the Next Phase of Growth!

    Competitive pay based on experience, with performance bonus potential · Full-time.

    If you’re energized by creating a well-run kitchen, mentoring staff, and making a meaningful impact on a growing business that’s emerging as a brand name in Cleveland — we’re looking for someone ready to take ownership of kitchen operations and help build the systems that will support our next stage of growth.

    What You’ll Do

    You’ll manage daily kitchen operations while building up the people and processes that keep our bakery running smoothly.

    • Oversee daily production schedules and team assignments

    • Learn and execute our full recipe book

    • Supervise and support bakers to ensure accuracy and consistency

    • Teach and develop staff to improve skills and foster engagement

    • Manage ingredient inventory and assist with ordering

    • Uphold food safety and sanitation standards (ODA/FDA)

    • Maintain a clean, organized kitchen workspace

    • Track production needs and communicate clearly with management

    What Success Looks Like

    • A more efficient, organized kitchen with stronger team performance

    • Labor costs improve as systems and staffing levels are optimized

    • Production runs reliably, even without daily oversight from ownership

    • You’re seen and respected as a key leader—trusted to make decisions, appreciated for your contributions, and recognized for your role in our continued growth

    • You help shape the kind of workplace you’ve always wanted to be part of—where people feel supported, challenged, and proud of the work they do

    What We’re Looking For

    • At least 4 years of experience in a commercial kitchen or bakery

    • 2 years of experience leading shifts or managing a small team

    • Strong organizational and time-management skills

    • A calm, clear communicator who leads by example and is comfortable accepting and giving constructive feedback

    • Familiarity with food safety standards; HAACP and allergen awareness is a plus

    • A professional, respectful, and team-centered attitude

    What We Offer

    • A voice in how we operate and grow

    • 32–40 hours/week with a consistent, stable schedule

    • Sick leave and paid time off

    • Daily lunch/snacks and a staff discount on products

    • A supportive, friendly work environment where people are respected and appreciated

    • A chance to grow with one of Cleveland’s most innovative and expanding bakeries

    • Performance-based incentives and long-term advancement potential

    At Philomena Bake Shop, we value the people behind the work. You’ll be trusted, supported, and recognized for the impact you make—not just the hours you put in.

    Looking Ahead

    This is more than a production manager job. It's a chance to take ownership of a critical function, grow into a leadership role, and help shape the future of a bakery that’s just getting started.