Bakery Manager

Nothing Bundt Cakes; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings after 90days

Company‑sponsored life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes Murfreesboro is seeking a Bakery Manager to lead the team and oversee day-to-day operations, guest experience, cake production, brand presentation, P&L management and inventory control.

The role focuses on driving sales and profitability while maintaining high-quality cakes and a warm, welcoming environment. Bakery hours are Monday–Saturday 9am–7pm, Sunday 10am–4pm.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing teams in retail, hospitality or foodservice.
• Ability to drive guest experience and profitability using basic retail math and P&L concepts.
• Comfort with inventory control and scheduling to meet brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead team to deliver exceptional guest experience and service quality.
• Oversee bakery operations, production planning and inventory control.
• Manage openings, closings, cash handling, and daily administrative tasks.
• Coordinate local marketing outreach and community events.

Skills

Leadership experience

Guest experience

P&L understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education a plus

Foodservice safety training

MS Office familiarity

Job description

Job Summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes Murfreesboro is hiring a Bakery Manager to lead the team and manage day‑to‑day operations, guest experience, cake production, brand presentation, P&L management and inventory control. The role drives sales and profitability while ensuring the highest‑quality cakes, a warm, welcoming environment and superior service. Bakery hours are Monday–Saturday 9am–7pm, Sunday 10am–4pm.

Salary

$65‑$85k

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings program after 90 days (no company match)
• Company‑sponsored life insurance
• Paid time off (earned and accrued based on hours)
• Employee discounts on bakery items
• Training, development and advancement opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Flexible schedule

Job Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Prioritize guest experience, model engagement and foster a positive environment.
• Recruit, select and train talent, clearly communicate expectations and provide continuous coaching.
• Engage regularly with team members to monitor workload, address challenges and course‑correct.
• Provide coaching, conduct quarterly reviews and address performance issues promptly.
• Define Assistant Manager role and assign responsibilities.
• Identify future leaders and cross‑train to build capabilities and ensure coverage.
• Maintain hands‑on knowledge of all bakery roles and perform tasks as needed.

Business Operations

• Facilitate opening and closing, balance cash drawer and complete bank deposits.
• Manage special‑order fulfillment via web, email and corporate accounts.
• Create and communicate weekly sales goals, production plan, team schedule and adjust coverage.
• Set inventory par levels, monitor stock, process orders and conduct monthly inventory.
• Ensure product, service, environment and merchandising meet brand standards and health safety regulations.
• Manage controllable expenses—labor, COGS, maintenance and supplies—to maximize profitability.
• Perform administrative functions: payroll, sales, labor and inventory reporting, basic accounting.

Local Marketing

• Lead community outreach to increase brand visibility and participate in events aligning with the brand.
• Coordinate special event participation with local businesses, schools and organizers.

Core Values

• Servant’s Heart
  • Goes above and beyond to support the team or guest, reliable, trustworthy and responsive.
  • Places the good of the team or guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
  • Displays humility and empathy in interactions.
• Spirit of a Champion
  • Demonstrates pride in responsibilities, intense drive and passion to succeed.
  • Takes initiative and 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within control.
  • Operates with strong sense of urgency and adheres to brand standards.
• Genuine Connections
  • Projects warmth, enthusiasm and optimism that attracts others.
  • Builds positive, productive relationships with all team members.
  • Listens actively and communicates openly, clearly and respectfully.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understand basic retail math and P&L principles; identify levers that drive sales and profitability.
• Interpret and analyze business and financial data; develop action plans.
• Lead with unwavering guest focus and exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Delegate duties, communicate clear expectations, direct work and manage performance.
• Highly organized, resourceful, balance multiple priorities and follow‑up effectively.
• Strong problem‑solving skills; assess situations, identify issues and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrate strong learning agility and passion to grow and excel.

Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; post‑secondary education is a plus.
• 1‑3 years of leadership experience managing teams, business operations and guest experience in retail, hospitality or foodservice industries.
• Demonstrated success in hiring, developing teams, creating superior service environment and achieving financial objectives.
• Experience creating productivity goals, inventory par levels, team schedules and managing costs.
• Foodservice safety training certificate (or obtain within 30 days of employment).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; comfortable learning new technologies.

Work Availability

Must have flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays based on business demands.