Lead Bakery Associate/FOH at PADERIA IRVINE

Homebase, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market tips

Flexible schedules

Career growth

Medical, Dental, 401k with 6% matching

Paid time off

Team discounts

Job summary

PADERIA is seeking a Lead FOH/Bakery Associate to oversee front-of-house operations, mentoring staff, and delivering memorable guest experiences in a warm, modern bakery setting in Irvine, CA. You will manage daily duties, ensure quality service, and support bakery activities with a collaborative team.

The role requires strong hospitality and leadership skills, with a focus on maintaining high standards and engaging with guests to describe menu items and offerings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hospitality experience.
• 1+ years of management experience.
• ServSafe Food Manager certification or able to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with store leads and manage teams.
• Motivate and develop employees while upholding culture.
• Oversee inventory, pricing, promotions, and scheduling.
• Handle catering, online, and third-party orders.
• Ensure guest satisfaction with upscale service.
• Open and close procedures, cash handling, and deposits.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Management experience

Communication skills

Team leadership

POS platform

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Tools

POS platform

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Job description

BAKE A DIFFERENCE!

The Lead FOH/Bakery Associate at PADERIA manages the front-of-house operations to high standards, creates memorable guest experiences, and builds strong teams. The primary goal of the Lead FOH/Bakery Associate is to provide quality products and exceptional service in a modern, warm, and friendly atmosphere.

Our team members enjoy

• Competitive hourly pay from $17-$21 per hour, plus above-market tips, based on relevant experience and tenure.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k with 6% matching, and more!)
• Paid time off, team perks, and employee discounts.

A day in the life

• Collaborate with other leads in store management roles.
• Manage, motivate, and develop employees by providing mentorship and maintaining company culture.
• Upkeep inventory, pricing, promotions, merchandising, labor scheduling, security, expense control, and operational processes.
• Manage catering orders, online orders, and third-party orders.
• Evaluate storefront conditions and operations to determine strengths and areas for improvement
• Carry out procedures and strategies to improve the overall performance at the assigned bakery.
• Acknowledge, greet, and engage with guests by providing upscale quality service.
• Receive guest orders and package finished products with presentation and care.
• Create and serve simple beverage items such as teas, coffees, and specialty drinks.
• Eloquently describe menu items, ingredients, and allergy information.
• Maintain and replenish items needed for business needs.
• Maintain a high level of store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment.
• Oversee opening and closing checklists, balance cash register sales, and handle deposits.
• Assist other team members in other roles and in baking off pastries as needed.

What you bring to the table

• Be a morning person!
• 2+ years of hospitality experience
• 1+ years of management experience
• Excellent management skills, professionalism, and high energy.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and build efficient teams.
• Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Suite and POS platform
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods of time (8+ hours a day)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays (according to customer demand)
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification holder/obtain certification within 30 days of employment

Important

• Applications are reviewed by our team, and candidates selected to move forward will be contacted via email.
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