District Bakery Manager - Hands-On Ops Leader

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

Job summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a District Manager to oversee daily operations, performance, and team development across multiple bakeries within a district. You will work regularly in bakeries, lead by example, and perform operational roles including baking, frosting, guest service, and opening/closing procedures to support teams and ensure excellence.

The role requires 5+ years in multi-unit, hands-on management in food service or bakery environments, with proven ability to drive labor

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular in-store presence at assigned bakeries and provide hands-on leadership.
• Perform all bakery operational roles when needed to support teams.
• Cover shifts or gaps to ensure business continuity.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness.
• Conduct operational audits, store walks, and compliance checks.
• Recruit, coach, and develop 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.
• Drive district-level sales growth, profitability, and labor efficiency.
• Monitor guest feedback and resolve issues promptly.
• Support new bakery openings, remodels, and transitions.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Bakery/food service operations

Financial acumen (P&L, labor)

Cross-functional leadership

Guest service excellence

Communication & organization

POS systems proficiency

Scheduling tools

MS Office / Google Workspace

Flexible schedule

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a District Manager to oversee daily operations, performance, and team development across multiple bakeries within a district. You will work regularly in bakeries, lead by example, and perform operational roles including baking, frosting, guest service, and opening/closing procedures to support teams and ensure excellence.

The role requires 5+ years in multi-unit, hands-on management in food service or bakery environments, with proven ability to drive labor