An Operations Manager manages operations for a specific area within a company or organization. Supervises staff, oversees quality control, process improvement, and budget management for daily work activities. Has significant authority within their area of responsibility such as hiring, training, and managing staff.
Bakery Operations Manager Leadership Growth Opportunity Star Bakery Company d/b/a Diamond Bakery West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322 $60,000 a year•Full-time $60,000 a year•
Full-time Benefits:
Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Help Lead the Next Chapter of a 50-Year-Old Bakery West Bloomfield, MI |
Full-Time Salary:
$60,000•70,000 + Monthly Performance Bonuses + Annual Profit Sharing Who We Are For nearly 50 years, Diamond Bakery has been one of Metro Detroit's most recognized Jewish-style bakeries. While we're proud of our heritage and traditions, we proudly serve customers from all backgrounds and are excited to continue growing by expanding both our product offerings and our customer base. More than a Management Position We're not looking for someone to simply manage a bakery—we're looking for someone to help build the future of Diamond Bakery. We're looking for an entrepreneurial-minded Bakery Operations Manager who wants more than just another management position. We're searching for someone who wants to help build a business, make an impact, and grow into a key leadership role. If you enjoy leading people, improving operations, and creating an outstanding customer experience, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do Lead the day-to-day operations of our retail and wholesale bakery. Hire, train, coach, and motivate a positive, high-performing team. Lead by example by working alongside employees in both production and customer service. Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, organization, quality, and food safety. Oversee production planning, scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and workflow. Strengthen existing wholesale relationships while helping grow new business. Improve efficiency, labor management, and overall profitability. Partner with ownership on marketing, new products, catering, and business growth. Who We're Looking For We're looking for a leader—not simply an experienced baker. Experience managing a food-related operation is preferred. Candidates from bakery, restaurant, catering, hospitality, grocery, food manufacturing, or similar environments are encouraged to apply. Bakery experience is helpful, but it is not required. We can teach our products and processes. We're looking for someone with strong leadership skills, sound operational judgment, and an ownership mindset.
The ideal candidate:
Treats the business like it's their own. Leads by example and earns the respect of the team. Takes pride in running a clean, organized, and efficient operation. Is honest, positive, accountable, and dependable. Enjoys solving problems and improving systems. Builds strong relationships with employees and customers. Wants to grow with the company. What Success Looks Like Within your first year, you'll help us: Strengthen daily operations and improve efficiency. Increase sales and profitability. Expand our wholesale business. Maintain an exceptionally clean, organized bakery. Help position Diamond Bakery for continued long-term growth. Compensation & Growth We believe exceptional performance should be rewarded.
This position offers:
Competitive salary of $60,000•70,000 Monthly performance bonuses Annual profit-sharing opportunity The opportunity to grow into an even larger leadership role as Diamond Bakery continues to expand Schedule This is not a traditional 9-to-5 management position. We value results, leadership, and accountability over punching a time clock. The right candidate understands that great businesses require flexibility and is willing to do what's needed to help the team succeed, especially during busy seasons. Why Diamond Bakery? This is an opportunity to join a respected, locally-owned business with an outstanding reputation and a loyal customer base built over nearly five decades. You'll work directly with ownership, have the ability to make a meaningful impact on the future of the company, and help shape the next chapter of Diamond Bakery's success. If you're looking for more than just your next job—if you're looking for an opportunity to help build something special—we'd love to hear from you. To Apply Please send your resume along with brief answers to the following: 1. Tell us about a food operation you've managed and what you're most proud of accomplishing. 2. Describe a process or system you introduced that improved efficiency or profitability. 3. What does a clean, well-managed operation look like at the end of a successful day? 4. Tell us about a time you held an employee accountable while maintaining respect and morale. 5. Why does this opportunity interest you, and why do you believe you'd be a great fit for Diamond Bakery?
