Bakery Shift Leader - Lead & Delight Guests

Insomnia Cookies; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Early Wage Access (get paid the next 0

Flexible scheduling

Employee discount (free cookies!)

Job summary

Insomnia Cookies is seeking a Shift Leader to drive bakery operations and guest experiences across busy shifts. You’ll bake, package, and prepare orders while coaching the Cookie Crew to deliver fast, friendly service and maintain quality standards.

You will manage tasks, discuss updates with store leadership, and adapt to peak hours, holidays, and weekends. This role emphasizes leadership growth within a fast-paced, customer-focused bakery environment.

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

Retail experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Team orientation

18+ years old

Food safety certifications

Tools

POS system

Job description

Insomnia Cookies is seeking a Shift Leader to drive bakery operations and guest experiences across busy shifts. You’ll bake, package, and prepare orders while coaching the Cookie Crew to deliver fast, friendly service and maintain quality standards.

You will manage tasks, discuss updates with store leadership, and adapt to peak hours, holidays, and weekends. This role emphasizes leadership growth within a fast-paced, customer-focused bakery environment.