District Bakery Leader - Hands-On, Multi-Unit Growth

Nothing Bundt Cakes; Edgebrook (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a District Manager to lead multiple bakeries with a hands-on, operational focus. You’ll work daily in stores, perform bakery functions when needed, and uphold brand standards while guiding store teams to deliver guest‑focused experiences.

You’ll recruit and develop Bakery Managers, optimize labor and costs, support local marketing, and coordinate openings, remodels, and transitions across the district with frequent travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of multi-unit, hands-on management in food service, bakery, retail, or hospitality.
• Proven ability to work in-store and perform all bakery functions.
• Proven success leading teams, managing labor, and driving financial results.
• Experience in franchised or brand-driven environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a regular in-store presence at assigned bakeries, providing hands-on leadership and real-time support.
• Demonstrate ability to perform all bakery operational roles, including baking, frosting, decorating, guest service, inventory, and cash handling.
• Step in to cover shifts or operational gaps to support business continuity.
• Ensure strict adherence to brand standards, recipes, food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness.
• Conduct operational audits, store walks, and compliance checks.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and retain Bakery Managers and leadership teams.
• Lead by example through active participation in bakery operations and guest interactions.
• Train managers and teams on operational standards, productivity, and guest service expectations.
• Build bench strength through succession planning and cross-training.
• Drive district-level sales growth, profitability, and labor efficiency.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvement plans.
• Support execution of local marketing and community engagement initiatives.
• Model and reinforce exceptional guest service standards in-store.
• Monitor guest feedback and reviews; ensure prompt and effective resolution of issues.
• Promote a guest-first culture across all bakery teams.
• Serve as the primary operational liaison between bakery teams and ownership/corporate partners.
• Support new bakery openings, remodels, and transitions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal labor and food safety regulations.

Job description

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a District Manager to lead multiple bakeries with a hands-on, operational focus. You’ll work daily in stores, perform bakery functions when needed, and uphold brand standards while guiding store teams to deliver guest‑focused experiences.

You’ll recruit and develop Bakery Managers, optimize labor and costs, support local marketing, and coordinate openings, remodels, and transitions across the district with frequent travel.