Seasonal Bakery Manager

3fe15c4a-23fd-4aec-9918-58ce2e03eeec•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Seasonal Bakery Manager leads and supports a team of seasonal staff during the busy holiday season. The role provides coaching and instruction, answers inquiries, and helps prepare baked goods, package holiday assortments, and assemble and ship customer orders. The manager supports Misericordia’s mission of providing a community of care and meaningful work opportunities for residents with developmental disabilities while helping the Bakery fulfill holiday orders. This is a temporary position with potential for permanent employment. The manager works with seasonal staff, residents, volunteers, permanent Bakery team members, and other staff in a welcoming and inclusive environment. The position offers supervisory experience and hands-on involvement in bakery production, packaging, and shipping. Shifts are flexible between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, including evenings and weekends. Pay is $22 per hour.

Requirements

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Reliability, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic.
  • A spirit of joy and the ability to find meaning in the work.
  • Availability for flexible shifts between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

  • GED or high school diploma preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to seasonal Bakery staff, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to bakery standards.
  • Conduct interviews, facilitate onboarding, and ensure seasonal hires are trained and equipped for success.
  • Address performance concerns promptly and professionally, escalating issues to Bakery leadership as needed.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between seasonal staff and permanent Bakery team members to foster communication and teamwork.
  • Assist with bakery production, packaging, and shipping to maintain quality, accuracy, and timely order fulfillment.
  • Collaborate respectfully with residents, volunteers, and staff to promote a welcoming and inclusive workplace.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and adapt to changing demands during peak periods.
  • Support additional tasks or special projects as assigned to meet seasonal Bakery goals.
  • Coach and instruct seasonal team members.

Benefits

  • Potential for permanent employment.
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