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Operations Lead

JPs Cupcakery LLC
Benson, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2026
JP’s Pastry — Operations Lead

JP’s Pastry is a growing multi-location, 100% gluten-free bakery operating a centralized production facility serving both retail stores and wholesale customers.

We are not hiring a bakery manager.
We are hiring the person who makes the entire operation run smoothly.

If you prefer a slow, maintenance-only job, this will not be a fit.

If you enjoy fixing problems, building systems, and leading people in a fast-paced environment, keep reading.

What You Will Own

You will be responsible for making sure:

  • Stores receive product on time
  • Production is scheduled and predictable
  • Inventory is controlled
  • Food safety is enforced
  • Staff know expectations
  • Daily chaos turns into reliable systems
You will lead a ~20 person production and fulfillment team and support multiple store locations.

This is a hands-on leadership position. You will sometimes be on the floor, sometimes planning systems, and sometimes solving problems early in the morning.

This Job Is For Someone Who:

  • Takes responsibility instead of making excuses
  • Fixes root causes, not symptoms
  • Can lead a team and hold standards
  • Is calm under pressure
  • Understands food safety matters
  • Wants to grow with a business
This Job Is NOT For Someone Who:

  • Only wants to bake
  • Avoids hard conversations with employees
  • Needs constant direction
  • Dislikes accountability
  • Wants a purely office job
Requirements

  • Experience leading teams in food production, bakery, restaurant, or manufacturing
  • Strong organization and communication
  • Ability to work early mornings and weekends when needed
  • Commitment to food safety
Compensation

  • Competitive salary
  • Monthly performance bonuses
  • Paid time off
  • Growth opportunity as the company expands
To Apply

In your application, include a short answer to this question:

“Tell us about a time an operation you were responsible for broke down. What did you change so it didn’t happen again?”

(We read this carefully.)

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • 401k retirement plan
Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26

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