Bakery Shift Leader - Lead Cookies, Delight Guests

Insomnia Cookies; University City (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Early Wage Access

Flexible scheduling

Employee discount

Job summary

Insomnia Cookies is seeking a Shift Leader to guide bakery operations and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

You will bake, package, coach Cookie Crew, and oversee shift tasks while maintaining quality, safety, and speed of service. This role offers growth paths within one of the country's fastest-growing bakery brands. Evenings, late nights, weekends and holidays are common, with opportunities to lead and develop teammates.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in retail, restaurant, hospitality, or another customer-focused environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Positive attitude with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to obtain any required food safety certifications applicable to the location.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery operations during your shift, ensuring an exceptional guest experience from start to finish.
• Bake, package, and prepare orders while providing exceptional guest service.
• Coach and motivate Cookie Crew members, providing direction, feedback, and support throughout the shift.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks to keep operations running efficiently and meet guest demand.
• Help maintain our standards for product quality, food safety, cleanliness, and speed of service.
• Handle cash management, register accountability, and deposits.
• Communicate important updates and partner with store leadership to keep the bakery operating at its best.
• Jump in wherever needed to help your team succeed.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Food safety

Job description

Insomnia Cookies is seeking a Shift Leader to guide bakery operations and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

You will bake, package, coach Cookie Crew, and oversee shift tasks while maintaining quality, safety, and speed of service. This role offers growth paths within one of the country's fastest-growing bakery brands. Evenings, late nights, weekends and holidays are common, with opportunities to lead and develop teammates.