Kitchen/Bakery Manager

The City Market, located at 2205 E Capital Drive in Shorewood, WI, is a well-established food market that prides itself on offering high-quality culinary products and exceptional service to its community. Known for its commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a friendly shopping atmosphere, The City Market combines the charm of a neighborhood grocery store with the offerings of a specialty food market. With a focus on excellence from the produce to prepared foods, the market serves a varied clientele seeking both everyday essentials and gourmet flavors. As a cornerstone in the Shorewood area, The City Market fosters a collaborative work environment aimed at nurturing both employee growth and customer satisfaction. The establishment also takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and operational efficiency throughout its various departments, making it a trusted destination for quality food experiences.The opportunity to join The City Market as a Kitchen and Bakery Manager presents an exciting leadership role that is integral to the business's culinary success. This full-time position is responsible for overseeing all kitchen and bakery operations, ensuring that production, staff management, and safety standards are not only met but exceeded. The Kitchen and Bakery Manager at The City Market leads a team who prepares an array of foods, from daily specials to bakery delights, emphasizing quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. This role involves a multifaceted approach to management, balancing inventory control, food purchasing, and cost management alongside staff supervision and training. The manager is entrusted with creating schedules that optimize labor while responding to the fluctuating needs of the kitchen, as well as mentoring line cooks and other kitchen personnel. Critical to success in this role is the ability to maintain and uphold all sanitation and food safety regulations ensuring the kitchen remains a safe and efficient space. The manager is also responsible for managing wholesale deliveries, maintaining stock levels, and minimizing waste to drive profitability. This position offers a competitive salary range between $40,000 and $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience, plus overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits including 401K participation, health insurance, and employee discounts. Candidates joining The City Market team can expect a dynamic and supportive workplace culture where leadership skills and culinary management experience are highly valued, and the role offers both challenges and rewards in equal measure.