Shift Lead: Bakery Ops & Team Leader

Levain Bakery; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter Benefits

Bike-Share Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings / Reimbursement Account

Paid Parental Leave (14 weeks)

Paid Time Off (2 weeks)

401K with 3.5% company match

Job summary

Levain Bakery is seeking a customer-forward leader to supervise daily operations, ensure top-notch service, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will mentor teammates, manage opening/closing, and oversee cash handling in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Expect to work with a team that values warmth, teamwork, and community. Requires experience in food service and DOH-compliant certifications; competitive hourly pay with tips and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of food service, QSR, or retail experience.
• 1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred (location dependent).
• Open availability including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must read/write English.
• DOH Certification and regional food handler certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead with curiosity and compassion; mentor teammates and provide coaching.
• Supervise shifts to ensure tasks completed, orders fulfilled, and safety standards met.
• Maintain store standards, cleanliness, and adherence to protocols.
• Oversee cash handling, opening/closing of the store, and inventory checks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Reliability

Problem solving

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Levain Bakery is seeking a customer-forward leader to supervise daily operations, ensure top-notch service, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will mentor teammates, manage opening/closing, and oversee cash handling in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Expect to work with a team that values warmth, teamwork, and community. Requires experience in food service and DOH-compliant certifications; competitive hourly pay with tips and bonus potential.