Bakery Manager

Overview:

Tierra Mia Coffee Company is seeking a highly motivated and energetic professional for the position of Bakery Manager (overnight). The Bakery Manager will help oversee all aspects of Tierra Mia Coffee’s bakery operations, which currently provides pastries daily to each of our Southern California stores. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with at least two years of management experience in a bakery. The role will be a full-time salaried position with a compensation package that is competitive with similar positions in the area and reflects the education and experience of the selected candidate. The Bakery Manager will be responsible for the overall operation of the bakery including: ensuring that pastries of the highest quality are prepared daily; developing a successful menu of pastries that pair with Tierra Mia Coffee Company drink offerings; procuring necessary inventory for the bakery; hiring and training of bakers; developing a daily schedule for pastry preparation and baking.

Time Commitment:  Full-time; night shifts (8p.m. to 4 a.m.)

Compensation:  $68,640 (depending on experience); performance-based bonus; benefits competitive with local industry standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Produce high quality pastries daily for Tierra Mia Coffee Company.
• Create and continually develop one of the highest quality and most successful pastry programs in California.
• Lead, hire, promote and train bakers and lead bakers.
• Establish and implement an overall training program for new hires.
• Develop and implement supplementary training programs for experienced bakery staff.
• Procure all inventory including ordering, receiving and storing ingredients, utensils, and equipment.
• Manage relationships with vendors and maintenance staff.
• Ensure operational efficiency and compliance with all health and safety codes.
• Oversee all personnel matters for bakery staff including compliance with safety standards, labor laws and disciplinary guidelines.
• Conduct bi-annual performance reviews of lead bakers and key members of bakery team in order to ensure proper development and improvements in performance.
• Review and maintain accurate pastry sales, staffing, payroll, and disciplinary records for the bakery.
• Implement strategies to strengthen financial performance of bakery and maximize profitability.
• Ensure an understanding of, and strict adherence to, standards of conduct and workplace guidelines.
• Problem-solve and respond to any major incidents and/or concerns at the bakery.
• Provide regular communication and reports on pastry production, staffing, employee performance, and overall operations to CEO and President.

Skills/Experience:

• Innovative, creative and confident leader who exudes enthusiasm.
• At least 2 years of experience managing a bakery.
• The ability to lead, direct, and motivate a group of bakers and lead bakers.
• Experience with and in-depth knowledge of key bakery ingredients.
• Creative pastry enthusiast with the ability to develop high-quality recipes from scratch.
• Interest in and appreciation for coffee.
• Astute business sense and proven track record of managing a profitable entity.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and comfort in working in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Overachiever who is a self-starter and hard-working.
• Ability to multi-task and perform several different functions at one time.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with the food and beverage industry, and health and safety regulations.