Assistant Manager | Full-Time | Lynnko Bakery (Santa Ana, CA) | $22-$26/hr, based on experience
Official Website:
www.lynnkobakery.com About Lynnko Bakery Lynnko Bakery is an artisan bakery in Santa Ana, California, combining Japanese and French baking techniques under one roof, a combination rarely found in the area. We bake fresh every day, carefully sourcing high-quality ingredients from around the world while incorporating high-quality ingredients from local U.S. suppliers. We select ingredients based on quality and suitability for each product rather than following trends. We value consistent quality, craftsmanship, and consistency in everything we bake, and we continue to develop original products, including our signature rice bread collection created in collaboration with one of our suppliers. We are building a bakery that customers return to for years and where team members can build long-term careers. We believe a carefully made loaf of bread can make an ordinary day a little better. If you love baking, value the fermentation process, and are committed to continually improving your craft, we'd love to welcome you to Lynnko Bakery. Responsibilities Assist the Store Manager with daily operations and serve as the manager on duty when needed Train, coach, and supervise team members; assign daily tasks and assist with scheduling and shift coverage Provide hands-on support with drink preparation, order taking, cashiering, packaging, and restocking as needed Maintain consistent product quality, presentation, order accuracy, and service standards while coordinating with the bakery and beverage teams Handle customer questions, complaints, and service issues professionally, escalating concerns to the Store Manager when appropriate Assist with inventory counts, supply orders, receiving deliveries, and monitoring product waste Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and daily sales records as assigned Maintain a clean, organized, and safe store, ensuring team members follow food safety standards and company procedures Qualifications Minimum 1.5 years of management experience in a restaurant, café, or boba shop (Required) Fluent in English and Chinese, with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, team members, and management (Required) Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with experience training staff and coordinating daily operations Responsible, reliable, hands-on, and committed to providing excellent customer service Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and available for early morning, weekend, and holiday shifts California Food Handler Card preferred, or willing to obtain one after hire within the required timeframe Must be at least 18 years old Legally authorized to work in the United States (Required) What You'll Get at Lynnko Join a growing artisan bakery and build your career with the team Receive cross-training across multiple stations, including bread, rice bread, croissants, packaging, and more Work with quality ingredients and modern commercial bakery equipment rarely found at an average bakery Join a team that values quality and consistency, where you can build a long-term career Continue building your baking skills under the guidance of experienced bakers, with paid training and a real path from Assistant to Baker, and we promote from within Competitive pay, flexible full time and part time scheduling, and an employee discount Benefits provided in accordance with company policy and applicable California law We're looking for people who care about quality, enjoy working as a team, and take pride in making great bread every day.
Pay:
$22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule
Experience:
Commercial Baking:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Food Handler Certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to