Central Cake Manager

Hugo's Family Marketplace; East Grand Forks (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Discount

Job summary

Hugo's Family Marketplace seeks a Central Cake Manager to oversee the cake decoration process, ensure quality, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will manage inventory, train staff, and maintain a clean, organized bakery environment to delight customers and support bakery success.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability to trends, and strong time management, with opportunities to grow culinary skills in a full-service bakery setting.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; willing to train candidates with a passion for cake decoration.
• Strong artistic and creative skills with an eye for detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing trends in cake decoration.
• Proficient time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the cake decoration process.
• Interact with customers ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Uphold quality standards.
• Manage inventory, including supplies and ingredients.
• Train and develop team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends and techniques.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Cake decorating

Team leadership

Customer service

Inventory management

Sales upselling

Health & safety

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Central Cake Manager at Hugo's Family Marketplace is responsible for overseeing the cake decoration process, ensuring high-quality standards, and providing exceptional customer service. This role involves managing inventory, training staff, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The Central Cake Manager will collaborate with the team to create visually appealing and delicious cakes that meet customer expectations and contribute to the bakery's success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the cake decoration process.
• Interact with customers ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Uphold quality standards.
• Manage inventory, including supplies and ingredients.
• Train and develop team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends and techniques.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Benefits:

Full Time - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay (Additional Time & Half if worked), and Employee Discount.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

• Formal culinary education is a plus but not usually required.

Required Experience:

• No prior experience required; willing to train candidates with a passion for cake decoration.
• Strong artistic and creative skills with an eye for detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing trends in cake decoration.
• Proficient time management skills.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Team leadership and the ability to manage and motivate staff.
• Expertise in cake decorating and baking.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency in inventory and stock management.
• Sales and upselling skills.
• Strong time management abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety compliance.
• Problem-solving skills.Physical ability to stand for long hours, lift 25–50 lbs, bend, reach, and work in a fast-paced bakery environment.