Bakery Shift Lead: Flexible Hours & Growth

Palm Desert : NBC001091; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Early closing hours

Casual work environment

Leadership development

Supportive team culture

Impactful guest celebrations

Job summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a Shift Manager to lead bakery operations on assigned shifts and support the team across all areas of the bakery. You will help ensure exceptional guest service while maintaining quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.

You will coach and mentor staff, manage opening/closing tasks, cash handling, and daily reporting, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Join a fun, fast-paced environment focused on celebration and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in retail, restaurant, or food service.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate team members to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Oversee daily bakery operations and ensure smooth shift execution
• Provide coaching, training, and support to team members
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and daily reporting
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards
• Support guest service, cake decoration, frosting, and production activities as needed
• Address guest concerns professionally and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate operational needs to management
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture that reflects the Nothing Bundt Cakes brand

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Results-driven

Flexible availability

Stamina/Lifting up to 25 lbs

Job description

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a Shift Manager to lead bakery operations on assigned shifts and support the team across all areas of the bakery. You will help ensure exceptional guest service while maintaining quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.

You will coach and mentor staff, manage opening/closing tasks, cash handling, and daily reporting, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Join a fun, fast-paced environment focused on celebration and quality.