Bakery Manager

Personnel Resources, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Personnel Resources, Inc. is seeking a Bakery Leader to guide and develop the bakery team, ensuring a welcoming guest experience and efficient daily operations.

You will manage open/close procedures, cash handling, scheduling, and order fulfillment, while driving sales and profitability. The role requires 1–3 years of leadership in foodservice or retail, strong customer service, and a proven ability to hire, train, and develop staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college education is a plus.
• 1-3 years of leadership experience in retail, hospitality, foodservice, or a similar environment.
• Proven ability to hire, train, coach, and develop a team.
• Strong customer service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable managing schedules, inventory, costs, sales goals, and basic financial information.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; willingness to learn new technology.
• Food safety certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, motivate, and develop the bakery team.
• Create a positive, welcoming environment for guests and team members.
• Manage daily bakery operations, including opening/closing, cash handling, scheduling, and order fulfillment.
• Oversee cake production, special orders, deliveries, inventory, and supply ordering.
• Set sales and productivity goals and adjust staffing based on business needs.
• Manage labor, inventory, supplies, and other expenses to maximize profitability.
• Maintain brand, product quality, merchandising, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
• Complete payroll, reporting, inventory, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Build community relationships and represent the brand at local events and partnerships.
• Step into all bakery roles as needed to support the team and business.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma/GED

College education a plus

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, motivate, and develop the bakery team.
• Create a positive, welcoming environment for guests and team members.
• Manage daily bakery operations, including opening/closing, cash handling, scheduling, and order fulfillment.
• Oversee cake production, special orders, deliveries, inventory, and supply ordering.
• Set sales and productivity goals and adjust staffing based on business needs.
• Manage labor, inventory, supplies, and other expenses to maximize profitability.
• Maintain brand, product quality, merchandising, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
• Complete payroll, reporting, inventory, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Build community relationships and represent the brand at local events and partnerships.
• Step into all bakery roles as needed to support the team and business.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma/GED required; college education is a plus.
• 1-3 years of leadership experience in retail, hospitality, foodservice, or a similar environment.
• Proven ability to hire, train, coach, and develop a team.
• Strong customer service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable managing schedules, inventory, costs, sales goals, and basic financial information.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; willingness to learn new technology.
• Food safety certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days.

Availability

Must be flexible to work varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Starting salary is $52,000 with opportunities for bonuses and advancement!

Personnel Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.