Bench Bakery Decorations Manager

SusieCakes Bakery; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Predictable schedule with day shifts

Annual free non-slip shoes

Birthday month PTO with free cake

Holidays off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation, 401k, FSA

Paid Sick Time

Referral Program

Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance

50% discount on desserts

Job summary

Join a leading bakery as a Bench Bakery Decorations Manager, where you'll lead the culinary team in creating beautiful baked goods. This full-time role requires leadership skills and a culinary background, ensuring high-quality decorations while fostering a celebratory environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of leadership experience in a team environment.
• Ability to work across multiple regional locations.

Responsibilities

• Leads and motivates the culinary team in decoration skills.
• Ensures all food handling complies with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Education

Associate degree in Culinary, Baking, or Pastry Arts

Tools

ServSafe Manager Food Handler Certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Bench Bakery Decorations Manager role at SusieCakes Bakery.

SusieCakes has 26 bakery locations across CA, TX, and TN. Our bakeries are filled with the delicious tastes and sweet smells of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, and bars— all baked from scratch, on-site daily, using the freshest and finest ingredients.

Please apply through the provided link and complete your application today!

Estimated additional tips: $2-$3 per hour.

In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this California position is between $24.00 and $26.00 an hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

This is a full-time role: 32-40 hours per week.

At SusieCakes, we make old-fashioned, sentimental dessert favorites—just like you may remember from your childhood! Our bakeries are filled with the delicious tastes and sweet smells of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, and bars— all baked from scratch, on-site daily, using the freshest and finest ingredients. Our signature Celebration Cake is a birthday staple on tens of thousands of tables. Our bakeries blend nostalgia with the warmth and feel of a modern neighborhood bakery. “Connecting through Celebration” is our purpose and what we strive for every day with our team members, guests, and community.

Our bakeries are lively and bustling with friendly people who have the “hospitality gene.” They understand the importance of their daily work and are empowered to make days better. Their connections to guests and each other distinguish SusieCakes from other bakeries.

The Decorations Manager leads the culinary operation in frosting, inscribing, and decorating cakes, cupcakes, and other baked goods. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality decorated baked goods are produced timely through training, supporting safety, and developing the culinary team in decoration skills.

Leadership Attributes

• Creates a fun, lively, and celebratory environment
• Demonstrates a “One team, One goal” philosophy
li>Works in an organized, deliberate, and fast-paced manner

Responsibilities

• Leads and motivates the culinary team in decoration skills, including frosting, inscribing, and decorating cakes, cupcakes, and cookies
• Assigns daily decoration tasks and ensures completion
• Ensures all food handling complies with safety standards

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary, Baking, or Pastry Arts preferred
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in a team environment
• Ability to work across multiple regional locations
• Flexible schedule according to business needs
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and reaching overhead
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to taste products for quality assurance

Certifications

• ServSafe Manager Food Handler Certification

Benefits & Perks

• Predictable schedule with day shifts
• Annual free non-slip shoes
• Birthday month PTO with free cake
• Holidays off (Thanksgiving, December 25-27, New Year’s Day)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation, 401k, FSA
• Paid Sick Time
• Referral Program
• Pet rescue reimbursement and pet insurance
• Flexible return-to-work schedule for maternity leave
• 50% discount on desserts

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Strategy/Planning and IT
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services