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General Manager- Covington, WA
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Nothing Bundt Cakes
Position Summary: As the Bakery Manager/Lead Operator at our Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) in Covington you will lead a dynamic team and oversee daily operations, encompassing every facet of the guest experience, cake production, and brand presentation. This is not just a management role; it's a unique opportunity to contribute to our rapidly growing company, where your leadership can directly impact the culture, sales and profitability of your bakery while ensuring that our cakes, service, and atmosphere remain exceptional. You\'ll embody NBC’s core values, fostering a joyful culture that resonates within the bakery and throughout the community. With our commitment to your professional growth, you’ll find ample opportunities for advancement as we expand into Bonney Lake and Federal Way. Join us in bringing joy to our guests while building a rewarding career!
Accountabilities/Duties
Team Leadership : Prioritizes the guest experience, models superior guest engagement and fosters a positive work environment. Recruits and selects talent and ensures performance expectations are clearly communicated and proper training is provided to execute responsibilities effectively and enable team members to thrive. Engages frequently with team members to gain insight into workload and progress, address any challenges and course correct as needed. Provides continuous coaching and follow up to develop team and manage performance; delivers constructive feedback, conducts quarterly reviews, and addresses any performance issues in a timely, effective manner. Delineates role of Assistant Manager, assigning specific responsibilities to support the ongoing leadership of the bakery team and operation. Identifies future leaders and cross-trains team members as appropriate to build individual capabilities and ensure adequate bakery coverage. Maintains hands-on knowledge of all bakery roles and steps in regularly to perform various responsibilities as business needs dictate.
Business Operations : Facilitates the opening and closing of the bakery, including cash-drawer balancing and bank deposits. Manages special-order fulfillment via web and email for individual guests and corporate accounts as well as large, complex orders and deliveries. Creates and communicates weekly sales productivity goals, cake production plan and team schedule, and adjusts bakery coverage based on changing business trend. Sets inventory par levels based on production demand and sales forecast, monitors stock levels, processes weekly supply orders and conducts monthly inventory. Ensures NbC product, service, bakery environment and visual merchandising standards are consistently upheld and that all bakery operations adhere to food and health safety standards and NbC policies and procedures. Manages all controllable expenses, including labor, COGS, maintenance and supplies, to maximize profitability. Performs administrative functions, including payroll processing, sales, labor and product inventory reporting, and basic accounting procedures.
Local Marketing : Leads proactive community outreach to increase brand visibility in the market and engage in brand-aligned events while responding appropriately to external requests for NbC contributions. Coordinates special event participation with local businesses, schools and other community organizers on a weekly basis. Responsible for sourcing, managing, directing, organizing and working offsite events.
Core Values and Leadership Competencies
Goes above and beyond to support and develop the team and create a superior guest experience.
Keeps the good of the team and guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
Leads by example and displays humility and empathy for others.
Demonstrates an intense drive, a commitment to excellence and a passion to succeed.
Seizes 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.
Operates with a sense of urgency, exercises sound judgment and seeks feedback to improve performance.
Projects warmth, enthusiasm and optimism that attracts and energizes others.
Builds positive, productive relationships and communicates often and openly.
Serves as a strong Cake Celebrity/Brand Ambassador in the local community.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understands basic retail math and P&L principles, including the specific levers that drive sales and profitability.
Ability to interpret and analyze business and financial data, identify strengths and opportunities, and determine appropriate action plans.
Guest-focused leadership with strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging, empowering and motivating a team and communicating effectively in both oral and written form.
Excellent delegation, clear communication of expectations, and performance management.
Highly organized and resourceful, able to balance multiple priorities and follow up effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to assess situations and take appropriate action.
Strong learning agility and a drive to grow and excel.
Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements
High school diploma or GED; post-secondary education is a plus or equivalent experience.
1-3 years of leadership experience managing teams, business operations and the guest experience in retail, hospitality or foodservice.
Demonstrated success in hiring and developing teams, creating a superior service environment and achieving financial objectives.
Experience in creating productivity goals, inventory par levels and team schedules, and managing costs.
Foodservice safety training certificate (or required to obtain within 30 days of employment).
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, with comfort in learning new technologies.
Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Work Availability Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on changing business demands.
Employees at a franchised Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery location are employed by the franchise owner/operator and are not employees of Nothing Bundt Cakes Corporate (the franchisor). All inquiries about employment should be directed to the franchise owner/operator and not to Nothing Bundt Cakes Corporate. Each franchise owner/operator is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.
Benefits:
Competitive pay
Bonuses based on performance
Paid time off, up to 10 days per year
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Training & development
Employee discounts
California Applicant Privacy Policy
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General Manager- Covington, WA
role at
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Position Summary: As the Bakery Manager/Lead Operator at our Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) in Covington you will lead a dynamic team and oversee daily operations, encompassing every facet of the guest experience, cake production, and brand presentation. This is not just a management role; it's a unique opportunity to contribute to our rapidly growing company, where your leadership can directly impact the culture, sales and profitability of your bakery while ensuring that our cakes, service, and atmosphere remain exceptional. You\'ll embody NBC’s core values, fostering a joyful culture that resonates within the bakery and throughout the community. With our commitment to your professional growth, you’ll find ample opportunities for advancement as we expand into Bonney Lake and Federal Way. Join us in bringing joy to our guests while building a rewarding career!
Accountabilities/Duties
Team Leadership : Prioritizes the guest experience, models superior guest engagement and fosters a positive work environment. Recruits and selects talent and ensures performance expectations are clearly communicated and proper training is provided to execute responsibilities effectively and enable team members to thrive. Engages frequently with team members to gain insight into workload and progress, address any challenges and course correct as needed. Provides continuous coaching and follow up to develop team and manage performance; delivers constructive feedback, conducts quarterly reviews, and addresses any performance issues in a timely, effective manner. Delineates role of Assistant Manager, assigning specific responsibilities to support the ongoing leadership of the bakery team and operation. Identifies future leaders and cross-trains team members as appropriate to build individual capabilities and ensure adequate bakery coverage. Maintains hands-on knowledge of all bakery roles and steps in regularly to perform various responsibilities as business needs dictate.
Business Operations : Facilitates the opening and closing of the bakery, including cash-drawer balancing and bank deposits. Manages special-order fulfillment via web and email for individual guests and corporate accounts as well as large, complex orders and deliveries. Creates and communicates weekly sales productivity goals, cake production plan and team schedule, and adjusts bakery coverage based on changing business trend. Sets inventory par levels based on production demand and sales forecast, monitors stock levels, processes weekly supply orders and conducts monthly inventory. Ensures NbC product, service, bakery environment and visual merchandising standards are consistently upheld and that all bakery operations adhere to food and health safety standards and NbC policies and procedures. Manages all controllable expenses, including labor, COGS, maintenance and supplies, to maximize profitability. Performs administrative functions, including payroll processing, sales, labor and product inventory reporting, and basic accounting procedures.
Local Marketing : Leads proactive community outreach to increase brand visibility in the market and engage in brand-aligned events while responding appropriately to external requests for NbC contributions. Coordinates special event participation with local businesses, schools and other community organizers on a weekly basis. Responsible for sourcing, managing, directing, organizing and working offsite events.
Core Values and Leadership Competencies
Goes above and beyond to support and develop the team and create a superior guest experience.
Keeps the good of the team and guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
Leads by example and displays humility and empathy for others.
Demonstrates an intense drive, a commitment to excellence and a passion to succeed.
Seizes 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.
Operates with a sense of urgency, exercises sound judgment and seeks feedback to improve performance.
Projects warmth, enthusiasm and optimism that attracts and energizes others.
Builds positive, productive relationships and communicates often and openly.
Serves as a strong Cake Celebrity/Brand Ambassador in the local community.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understands basic retail math and P&L principles, including the specific levers that drive sales and profitability.
Ability to interpret and analyze business and financial data, identify strengths and opportunities, and determine appropriate action plans.
Guest-focused leadership with strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging, empowering and motivating a team and communicating effectively in both oral and written form.
Excellent delegation, clear communication of expectations, and performance management.
Highly organized and resourceful, able to balance multiple priorities and follow up effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to assess situations and take appropriate action.
Strong learning agility and a drive to grow and excel.
Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements
High school diploma or GED; post-secondary education is a plus or equivalent experience.
1-3 years of leadership experience managing teams, business operations and the guest experience in retail, hospitality or foodservice.
Demonstrated success in hiring and developing teams, creating a superior service environment and achieving financial objectives.
Experience in creating productivity goals, inventory par levels and team schedules, and managing costs.
Foodservice safety training certificate (or required to obtain within 30 days of employment).
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, with comfort in learning new technologies.
Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Work Availability Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on changing business demands.
Employees at a franchised Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery location are employed by the franchise owner/operator and are not employees of Nothing Bundt Cakes Corporate (the franchisor). All inquiries about employment should be directed to the franchise owner/operator and not to Nothing Bundt Cakes Corporate. Each franchise owner/operator is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.
Benefits:
Competitive pay
Bonuses based on performance
Paid time off, up to 10 days per year
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Training & development
Employee discounts
California Applicant Privacy Policy
#J-18808-Ljbffr