Bakery Operations Manager – Lead, Scale & Profit

Prentice Organization; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Meals during shifts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Prentice Organization is seeking a Bakery Manager in Scarborough, ME to oversee daily bakery operations, staff scheduling, inventory, and partnerships with PHG leadership. The role requires strong production knowledge and the ability to scale seasonal preorder programs.

You will manage labor, COGS, waste, and quality standards, while ensuring exceptional guest experiences for preorder pickups and wholesale partners. A ServSafe Manager certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of management experience in a bakery, bakery-café, pastry production, or similar food operation.
• Hands-on bakery or pastry production experience.
• Proven ability to manage schedules, inventory, ordering, and a P&L.
• A track record of hiring, developing, and keeping strong teams.
• ServSafe Manager certification (current or able to obtain before start).
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holiday peaks.

Responsibilities

• Translate the chef's production plan into staffing, ordering, and timelines.
• Step onto the bench or line when needed; troubleshoot production.
• Lead the development of schedules balancing labor cost and team wellbeing.
• Manage bakery P&L with focus on labor, COGS, waste, and controllable expenses.

Skills

Scheduling & labor management

Inventory management

P&L analysis

People leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

ServSafe Manager certification

Tools

Square

Toast

Job description

Prentice Organization is seeking a Bakery Manager in Scarborough, ME to oversee daily bakery operations, staff scheduling, inventory, and partnerships with PHG leadership. The role requires strong production knowledge and the ability to scale seasonal preorder programs.

You will manage labor, COGS, waste, and quality standards, while ensuring exceptional guest experiences for preorder pickups and wholesale partners. A ServSafe Manager certification is preferred.