FOH Manager

Cupcakin' Bake Shop; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mega Tips

Flexible work schedule

Performance-based raises

Job summary

C cupcakin' Bake Shop in Berkeley is seeking a natural born leader to help run daily store operations, supervise staff, and ensure an exceptional customer experience in a fast‑paced bakery environment.

You will direct counter and kitchen teams, monitor inventory, train associates, participate in weekly management meetings, and stay flexible for holiday and weekend events while maintaining a neat, welcoming shop.

Qualifications

• Passion for all things cupcakes.
• Dependable and punctual.
• A good communicator with the ability to effectively interact with customers.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on following instructions down to the "T" on all orders.
• Passionate about quality products and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• A customer-focused service individual who delivers an exceptional experience to every customer.
• Have an in-service mindset and are dedicated to doing what’s right for our customers.
• A problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement, who is always learning, open to feedback, and takes action as needed.
• Able to utilize technology.
• Can complete multiple tasks.
• An effective listener who pays high attention to detail.
• Agreeable to work the needs of the business, including but not limited to holiday and weekend shifts.
• Experience in baking and piping is a plus.
• Independently motivated and takes initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain store inventory.
• Be the 1st point of contact/liaison for staff.
• Hands-on behind-the-counter training/tracking.
• A complete understanding of BOH operations; can step in if needed.
• Weekly communication with staff to keep them updated.
• Consistently engage all customers to enhance their customer experience.
• Monitor and regulate our delivery services.
• Build and shape your team.
• Attend weekly management meetings.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized workspace.
• Monitor Daily Checklist reporting and reconciliation.
• Key Holder.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Tech savvy

Multitasking

Listening skills

Flexibility

Job description

We're an independently owned small business and we're growing! Work with a fun team selling the best cupcakes in the Bay!

Are you what we like to call a "natural born leader"? Then come on down and join our team! Cupcakin' Bake Shop is looking for leadership who can’t resist the smell of cupcakes! You will contribute to Cupcakin by assisting the management team with daily store operations as well as staying committed to our customers and associates. Your leadership (and love for cupcakes) and stellar customer service will serve as a model to fellow associates and ensure the loyalty of our customer base. Your time will be divided into directing and supporting counter and kitchen associates, monitoring daily inventory levels, and providing impeccable customer service. Being quick on your feet and teamwork is at the forefront of this position and imperative to the success of this role. So, if this you send your resume.

Our Ideal Candidate

• You have a passion for all things cupcakes.
• Be dependable and punctual.
• A good communicator with the ability to effectively interact with customers.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on following instructions down to the "T" on all orders.
• Passionate about quality products and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• A customer-focused service individual who delivers an exceptional experience to every customer.
• Have an in-service mindset and are dedicated to doing what’s right for our customers.
• A problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement, who is always learning, open to feedback, and takes action as needed.
• Able to utilize technology.
• Can complete multiple tasks.
• An effective listener who pays high attention to detail.
• Agreeable to work the needs of the business, including but not limited to holiday and weekend shifts.
• Available to work occasional late evening hours for events like Warriors games.
• Experience in baking and piping is a plus.
• Independently motivated and takes initiative.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain store inventory.
• Be the 1st point of contact/liaison for staff.
• Hands-on behind-the-counter training/tracking.
• A complete understanding of BOH operations; can step in if needed.
• Weekly communication with staff to keep them updated.
• Consistently engage all customers to enhance their customer experience.
• Monitor and regulate our delivery services.
• Build and shape your team.
• Attend weekly management meetings.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized workspace.
• Monitor Daily Checklist reporting and reconciliation.
• Key Holder.

Perks

• Mega Tips.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Performance-based raises.