Village Baking Co - Retail Store Manager
As the Retail Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping memorable customer experiences while driving store performance. You’ll lead by example, manage café teams, and ensure daily operations run smoothly. This role requires strong leadership, operational skills, and a passion for hospitality.
About Us
At Village Baking Co, we pride ourselves on providing a delightful experience through freshly brewed coffee, authentic French pastries, and warm hospitality. More than just a café, we are a community gathering place where guests come to start their day or relax in the afternoon.
Our core values - Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, and Passion - guide everything we do. We are now seeking a dedicated Retail Store Managers) to lead our bakery locations with excellence.
Qualifications
- Proven success as a retail or café manager in a customer-facing environment
- Reliable transportation
- Strong multitasking, organizational, and customer management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays
- Food Handlers Certificate required (or ability to obtain)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Responsibilities
- Lead and motivate staff to deliver outstanding customer service and hospitality
- Train, mentor, and provide ongoing feedback to team members
- Drive sales performance and customer loyalty through strategic goals
- Manage daily ordering, inventory control, and commissary fulfillment
- Oversee store conditions, cleanliness, and visual merchandising standards
- Handle customer concerns and resolve issues professionally
- Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety, and sanitation standards
- Support opening and closing procedures at both locations
- Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork
Benefits
- Competitive wages with advancement opportunities
- Weekly pay
- Employee discounts on food and beverages
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Casual work attire
- Health insurance for full-time employees
- Paid Time Off
Schedule
This is a full-time, hands-on leadership role that requires consistent presence in the bakery café. Managers typically work five shifts per week, averaging 45 hours, including most weekends.
Shifts begin as early as 6 a.m., depending on store opening time and business needs. While admin and planning work can be completed during slower periods or off the floor, about 85% of your time will be spent working alongside your team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas, TX 75205 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dallas, TX 75205: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
