Bakery Café Manager / Assistant Manager

Pitchoun Bakery•Los Angeles, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This position contributes to Pitchoun's success by assisting the Store Manager and Owner in executing store operations during scheduled shifts. You will assist in the supervision of staff and store operations and are responsible for the overall leadership and direction of the store in the absence of the manager. You assist in leading the store's operations, staffing, customer satisfaction, product quality, financial performance, and team development in FOH operations. You should ensure that the FOH team has a clear understanding of Pitchoun’s goals and expectations. You supervise the shift requirements for labor, customer service, and team member tasks. Your position is totally linked to the excellent customer service Pitchoun wants to provide and to the store's pleasant work atmosphere. Our Bakery-Café is an important part of the local community. You help the store team make connections with the customers they see every day. Best of all, you'll help the team create a welcoming environment. You will follow approved procedures for receiving products, price marking, and restocking cases to ensure quality protection, accuracy, and product rotation. You will follow all inventory control procedures to maximize product freshness, quality, turnover, and availability for maximum sales. You will assist customers and will properly merchandise products in display cases and price correctly according to company standards.

Requirements

Management and retail experiences.
Experience in a bakery Café is essential.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple situations simultaneously.
Knowledge of customer service techniques.
Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
Organization and planning skills.
Mathematical skills and strong financial notions.
Strong communication skills in a customer-service environment.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to coach and mentor others.
Ability to plan and prioritize workload.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

A College degree in business or a closely related field may substitute for a portion of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise & develop the staff in accordance with the Store Manager and Owner, in accordance with the Pitchoun principles
Demonstrate a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events and manage smooth transitions thereafter to keep the store operating to standard and to set a positive example for the store team.
Display a "customer comes first" attitude by training and holding partners accountable for delivering irreproachable customer service.
Drive the implementation of company programs by developing action plans and directly motivating and instructing the store team to implement them to meet operational and organizational objectives.
Provide coaching and direction to the store team
Constantly review store environment and identify concerns and find the appropriate solution when needed
Maintain a professional relationship with the staff so as to be an effective & consistent team manager
Practice proper and consistent procedures in disciplining the staff, according to Pitchoun guidelines
Supervise the daily shifts changes and ensure that each shift team works properly
Help the Manager train new staff in accordance with Pitchoun guidelines and coach the FOH team
Manage with integrity, honesty, and knowledge that promote the culture and values of Pitchoun.
Be proficient with all cash handling procedures & requirements
Effectively open and/or close the store when asked, using proper checklists, cleaning procedures & setup/breakdown guidelines
Provide a safe and secure work environment for staff and customers
Communicate effectively to both the General Management and to the Staff
When appropriate, communicate to the General Management regarding issues with the staff, morale issues, products, system issues, etc.
Ensure customer satisfaction with each and every customer contact
Set up Pitchoun Customer Service Principles for the whole team and ensure these principles are applied
Lead by example when interacting with customers
Control the store atmosphere for customer comfort (lights, music, room temperature, table maintenance, store appearance)
Develop long-lasting relationships with the neighborhood
Learn the names of regular customers
Acknowledge those that visit the store frequently
Know the products, their quality, consistency, positioning, and signage
Learn about each product & its ingredients
Take action when a product’s consistency or quality varies – communicate via the chain of command & pull the product immediately when needed
Set the display consistently according to company guidelines. Always think about how a product may be positioned to sell better.
Display each product with a clean, neatly written sign
Assist the Manager with inventory and ordering, including proper storage
Assist in answering catering calls & taking orders while communicating with the Manager of upcoming pick-ups
Assist the Manager in troubleshooting and adjusting menu items and prices