Lead Supervisor

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Lead Supervisor directs the team and day-to-day operation, which includes all aspects of, performance management of Assistant Lead Supervisors in all stores, cake production, materials, product quality and merchandise presentation, work environment, P&L reporting, and inventory control. The ultimate objective of this role is to drive sales and profitability while ensuring the highest quality cakes, a warm, welcoming environment and superior service are consistently provided to our guests. The Lead Supervisor exemplifies NbC core values and serves as the key culture carrier to bring joy to the bakery and beyond in the community while building the team’s commitment to our guests and the NbC brand.

Accountabilities/Duties:

Team Leadership

Prioritizes the guest and team member experience, models superior guest and team member engagement and fosters a positive work environment.

Subject to final interview and/or review of HR and the Operations Manager, recruits and selects talent for all stores within the Lead Supervisors area of responsibility, 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 all team members to gain insight into work environment and positive team rapport. Engages and documents regular contacts with BOH staff in all stores, tracking workload and progress, addressing any challenges, communicating and supervising all Performance Management Program requirements for all assistant lead supervisors and store team members, with recommendations of performance improvement plans as needed.

Provides continuous coaching and follow up to develop team and performance; delivers constructive feedback, conducts quarterly reviews, and addresses any performance issues in a timely, effective manner.

Delineates role of Assistant Lead Supervisors , assigning specific responsibilities to support the ongoing success 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

In conjunction with Operations and Program Manager facilitates the opening and closing of the bakery, including cash-drawer balancing and bank deposits.

Leads special-order fulfillment via web and email for individual guests and corporate accounts as well as large, complex orders and deliveries.

Communicates weekly sales productivity goals, cake production plan, and team schedule, and adjusts bakery coverage based on changing business trends.

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.

Reports 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

Collaborates and supports as directed by Operations Manager, Program Manager and/or Owner 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.

Collaborates and supports as directed by Operations Manager, Program Manager special event participation with local businesses, schools, and other community organizers

· Core Values and Leadership Competencies:

o Servant’s Heart

• Goes above and beyond to support and develop the team and create a superior guest experience.

• Keeps the good of the team and guests ahead of personal interests or gain.

-Leads by example and displays humility and empathy for others.

o Spirit of a Champion

• 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, exercise sound judgment and seeks feedback to improve performance.

o Genuine Connections

• Projects warmth, enthusiasm, and optimism that attracts and energizes others.

• Builds positive, productive relationships and communicates often and openly.

• Serves as a strong brand ambassador in the local community.

o Open Communication

• Communicates effectively with staff across departments and relays information in a timely manner.

• Leads with transparency and responsiveness.

• Coaches leadership to create an engaged and trusting bakery environment.

o Attention to Detail

• Completes tasks thoroughly and efficiently without compromising quality or presentation.

• Leads bakeries effectively to increase productivity and reducing likelihood of error.

o Bring Joy

• Giving your all to ensure joy and happiness for guests and team members.

o Do The Right Thing

• Consistently be fair, honest responsible, and take accountability.

• Use best judgment and follow provided instructions and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Understands basic retail math and P&L principles, including the specific levers that drive sales and profitability.

Has the ability to interpret and analyze business and financial data, identify areas of strength and improvement opportunity, and determine appropriate action plans to address issues.

Leads with an unwavering guest focus and exhibits strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, empower and motivate a team and communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Excels at delegating duties, communicating clear expectations, directing others’ work and managing performance.

Is highly organized and resourceful, can balance multiple priorities and demonstrates strong follow-up skills.

Possesses strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to accurately assess situations and identify issues, develop possible solutions and take the appropriate courses of action.

Demonstrates strong learning agility, with a passion to grow and excel.

Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or GED; post-secondary education is a plus.

1-3 years of leadership experience managing teams, business operations and the guest experience in the retail, hospitality or food service industries.

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.

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.

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