The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Shift Leader/Crafter works with the bakery managers, other shift leaders and guest service representatives to create the highest-quality cakes, a warm, welcoming environment, and superior guest experience. The Shift Lead/Crafter applies the finishing decorative touches to our frosted cakes and assembles orders to ensure accuracy and the highest-quality presentation for our guests. Following strict proprietary methods and food safety standards, the Shift Lead/Crafter customizes cake and balloon orders with the appropriate decorations and packaging based on each guest's unique celebratory occasion. The Crafter embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to guest satisfaction as well as excellence and efficiency in the workplace. A shift leader will also assist with the opening and/or closing of the bakery including balancing of the drawers and deposits.
Accountabilities/Duties
- Prioritizes the guest experience, models superior guest engagement and fosters a positive work environment.
- Co-facilitates the opening and closing of the bakery, including cash-drawer balancing and bank deposits.
- Assembles cake and balloon orders according to guest specifications for the given celebration and follows NbC cake decorating and presentation standards with precision.
- Prioritizes workload according to schedule to ensure all orders are completed at the appropriate pick-up or delivery time, and crafts all orders for walk-in guests.
- Prepares cake decorations, boxes, bows, and other packaging materials in advance to ensure requisite supplies are readily available for cake order demands.
- Monitors inventory of cake-crafting supplies and notifies management when replenishment is required.
- Evaluates frosted and decorated cakes to ensure NbC standards are met and notifies management of any quality control issues.
- Cleans sanitizes and restocks the workstation and ensures all crafting tools are sufficiently prepared for the next shift.
- Supports the Guest Service Representative in assisting walk-in guests and answering the telephone as needed.
- Complies with all health and safety guidelines and NbC policies and procedures, including strict adherence to dress code and personal hygiene.
- Maintains a consistent work attendance and punctuality record.
The Shift Lead shares in team leadership and collaborates with the Bakery Manager and other Shift Leads in executing day-to-day responsibilities and ensuring that all aspects of the bakery operation comply with NbC standards. This role serves as an important carrier of the NbC culture to reinforce core values and bring our brand to life for our team members and guests.
Core Values and Leadership Competencies:
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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.
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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, exercises sound judgment and seeks feedback to improve performance.
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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 Cake Celebrity/Brand Ambassador in the local community.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrates an unwavering guest focus and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, empower and motivate a team
- Has the ability to delegate tasks, communicate clear expectations, direct others’ work and manage performance in absence of the bakery manager
- Is highly organized and resourceful, can balance multiple priorities in a high volume atmosphere
- 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 guest-facing experience in a retail, restaurant or food service environment, preferably in a lead role with progressive managerial responsibilities.
- Demonstrated success creating a superior guest experience and coaching others to do the same, training new team members, directing the work of others, and achieving productivity goals.
Work Availability:
Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on changing business demands.
Bakery Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 10am-7pm
Sunday 11am- 5pm
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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