Manager in Training

Benefits:

• Employee discounts

Reports To: Operating Partner / Bakery Manager
Supervises: Up to 15 Bakery Team Members

Post-Training Pay: $19/hour (upon successful completion of training and demonstrated proficiency)

Expected Hours: 32-40 hours per week
Schedule: Varies week to week; this role requires flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on business needs.

Training Period: 90-120 days

About Our Bakery

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, we believe in making life a little sweeter. Our bakery is a place of celebration, warmth, and joy-where guests come for more than just cakes; they come for memorable experiences.

We take pride in crafting high-quality bundt cakes with premium ingredients while delivering exceptional service in a welcoming environment. As a family owned and operated franchise, we foster a positive team culture built on hospitality, personal growth, and community connection.

Position Summary

The Assistant Manager in Training is a full-time, developmental role designed to prepare future bakery leaders. During the training period, the trainee will gain hands-on experience and demonstrate proficiency across all key bakery functions, including:

• Guest Services (Joy Creator)
• Frosting
• Baking
• Utility/Operations
• Merchandising & Presentation (Crafter)
• Cash Management

Upon successful completion of training, the candidate will transition into the Assistant Manager role with expanded leadership responsibilities.

Training & Development (90-120 Days)

• Gain hands-on experience in all bakery roles through structured training and daily practice
• Learn and uphold brand standards for product quality, guest experience, and cleanliness
• Develop working knowledge of scheduling, inventory, and basic financial operations
• Receive ongoing coaching, feedback, and formal performance evaluations
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a team-oriented mindset

Key Responsibilities

• Lead with a strong guest-first mindset and model exceptional service
• Support the Bakery Manager in daily operations and team supervision
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members to achieve performance goals
• Assist with hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Maintain organization and effectively manage multiple priorities
• Ensure high standards in product quality, cleanliness, and visual presentation
• Assist with ordering, inventory control, and cost management
• Execute opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and deposits
• Resolve guest concerns professionally to ensure positive outcomes
• Maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Coordinate special orders, large deliveries, and offsite events
• Support community outreach efforts and local partnerships
• Utilize bakery systems (POS, scheduling, reporting) and assist with troubleshooting
• Understand basic financial concepts, including sales drivers and profitability
• Step into any bakery role as needed to support business demands

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in hospitality, food service, or retail preferred
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience with team leadership responsibilities
• Experience in hiring, training, and developing team members
• Familiarity with scheduling, inventory management, and cost control
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Food safety certification preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Eagerness to learn and grow into a leadership role

Evaluation & Advancement

At the end of the training period, candidates will be evaluated based on:

• Proficiency in all bakery operations
• Understanding of brand standards and leadership expectations
• Readiness to transition into the Assistant Manager role

If you're ready to bring joy to our guests while developing your leadership skills, apply today to join the Nothing Bundt Cakes family as an Assistant Manager in Training!

Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour


Join Our Growing Family

From "Happy Birthday" to "Just Because," Nothing Bundt Cakes® is committed to bringing joy to our guests and our communities and helping make every celebration sweeter! Each bakery offers a warm and welcoming work environment with team members who embody this joy-filled brand and possess a Servant's Heart, the Spirit of a Champion and the ability to make Genuine Connections.

With over 500 bakery locations in 40+ U.S states and in Canada, there's plenty of opportunity to join our family!

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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.