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Bakery Manager

Gotan Hoboken
Hoboken, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026

Job Overview
We are on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Bakery Manager to lead our bakery team and oversee daily operations. In this role, you'll be the driving force behind creating delicious baked goods, managing staff, and ensuring our bakery runs smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong management skills, a love for baking, and a knack for customer service. If you're ready to take charge and inspire a team while delivering top-quality products, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties

  • Oversee daily bakery operations, including production schedules, inventory control, and quality assurance.
  • Manage and motivate bakery staff through effective training, supervision, and performance evaluations.
  • Interview and hire new staff members / Terminate staff members
  • Coordinate purchasing and inventory management to ensure the availability of ingredients and supplies while minimizing waste.
  • Implement merchandising strategies to showcase baked goods attractively and boost sales.
  • Handle customer inquiries, resolve complaints, and ensure excellent service standards are maintained.
  • Maintain accurate bookkeeping, payroll processing, and cash handling procedures in compliance with company policies.
  • Manager is in charge of staff in the front and the back of house (bakers / barista and cashiers )
  • Oversee the coffee program in the bakery - coffee inventory / coffee training / quality control.

Requirements

  • MUST have ServSafe Certification - Manager level
  • Proven management experience in retail or food service environments, preferably with bakery or pastry background - minimum of 2 years
  • Proven experience in 3rd generation coffee program - minimum of 2 years
  • Strong skills in negotiation, employee orientation, interviewing, and recruiting to build a motivated team.
  • Multilingual or bilingual abilities are a plus for communicating with diverse customers and staff.
  • Knowledge of POS systems, retail math, pricing strategies, and sales management techniques.
  • Experience with inventory management, bookkeeping, payroll processing, and cash handling.
  • Excellent communication skills combined with organizational skills to manage shift schedules and store operations effectively.
  • Demonstrated leadership in supervising teams, managing budgets, and developing staff through training & development initiatives. Join us as a Bakery Manager where your leadership will inspire a talented team to craft exceptional baked goods while delivering outstanding customer experiences!

Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience:

  • Bakery / Baking : 2 years (Required)
  • 3rd Generation coffee : 2 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)
  • Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • ServSafe - Manager level (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $35

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