District Bakery Leader: Drive Growth & Guest Experience

Nothing Bundt Cakes; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a District Manager to lead multiple bakeries within an assigned district. This hands-on, store-based role requires operating in bakery environments, mentoring Bakery Managers, and ensuring guest service and brand standards.

You will drive district sales, manage labor and costs, and travel regularly to support openings, remodels, and daily operations with a strong focus on operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of multi-unit, hands-on management in food service, bakery, retail, or hospitality.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage labor, and drive financial results.
• Experience in franchised or brand-driven environments is preferred.
• Proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and office software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular in-store presence and provide hands-on leadership at multiple bakeries.
• Lead by example in bakery operations including baking, frosting, guest service, and opening/closing tasks.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and retain Bakery Managers and leadership teams.
• Drive district sales growth, profitability, and labor efficiency.
• Monitor guest feedback and ensure prompt resolution; promote guest-first culture.
• Support new bakery openings, remodels, and transitions; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Multi-unit management

Team coaching

Labor management

Guest service excellence

Operational bakery knowledge

Financial acumen (P&L, cost control)

POS systems proficiency

Scheduling tools proficiency

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

MS Office / Google Workspace

Job description

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a District Manager to lead multiple bakeries within an assigned district. This hands-on, store-based role requires operating in bakery environments, mentoring Bakery Managers, and ensuring guest service and brand standards.

You will drive district sales, manage labor and costs, and travel regularly to support openings, remodels, and daily operations with a strong focus on operational excellence and guest satisfaction.