Position: General Manager – Venice Beach
About: Levain Bakery, founded by competitive triathletes and passionate bakers Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald in New York City in 1995, is seeking a dedicated General Manager for their bakery in Los Angeles, Venice Beach. Levain Bakery is known for its iconic 6-ounce chocolate chip walnut cookie that has attracted a loyal following and epicurious visitors from around the world. With a focus on fresh, daily baked goods and a commitment to donating leftover products to charity, Levain Bakery has expanded across the country and offers ecommerce gift boxes to cookie enthusiasts nationwide, embodying their core values of inclusivity, hard work, empathy, initiative, and enjoyment.
Requirements: 4-5 years of prior managerial experience in a food/beverage/retail environment and experience working in and managing a food production environment; Food Protection Certificate required; Lift/push 10-50 pounds, including overhead; Walk/stand on your feet for a 10-hour shift (excluding half-hour break); Walk up and down stairs in select locations; Work an average of 50 hours weekly; Read and communicate in English, including on the phone and in writing; Utilize basic computer skills (Email, Microsoft Word); Passion for the food industry and people development; Adaptability and flexibility; Eye for detail; Collaborative spirit and commitment to Levain’s core values
Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, Employer-funded Healthcare Reimbursement Account, Additional supplemental benefits: Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, 14 Weeks Fully Paid Parental Leave, etc., 20% Quarterly Bonus Potential, Three Weeks of Paid Time Off, 401K with 3.5% Company Match, Opportunity for growth and career development
