AssistantStoreManager

## Description The Assistant Bakery Operations Manager (ABOM) is a leadership pipeline role designed to develop the next generation of Bakery Operations Managers. ABOMs are expected to operate at near-BOM level, executing bakery operations with urgency, accuracy, and accountability while building the leadership skills needed to run a bakery independently.   This role blends hands-on operational excellence with talent development, administrative ownership, and team leadership. ABOMs act as a true extension of the BOM and must be capable of stepping into full bakery ownership when needed. Our Harvard Square store is located at 65 Mount Auburn ST, Cambridge MA 02138.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:   Operational Execution •Execute all core bakery operations including inventory rotation, scheduling support, staffing coordination, and administrative checklists •Maintain strict adherence to product quality, cleanliness, food safety, and guest experience standards •Support ordering, inventory accuracy, and shrink control •Assist in schedule creation and labor execution to meet operational targets   Talent & Team Development •Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of new staff •Deliver consistent coaching and real-time performance feedback •Hold team members accountable to standards while reinforcing a growth mindset culture •Ensure onboarding and training programs are executed to company standards   Leadership & Ownership •Manage bakery operations independently in the absence of the BOM •Model urgency, accountability, and operational discipline •Partner with BOM and Area leadership to identify operational gaps and implement solutions •Maintain continuity of operations during leadership transitions or staffing shortages •Other duties as assigned   WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE: •Able to independently execute all BOM-level administrative and operational tasks •Bakery is fully staffed, trained, and operating at high standards •Strong culture of accountability and consis