Retail & Community Engagement Manager

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is currently looking for an enthusiastic part‑time Retail & Community Engagement Manager who shares our passion for food quality, customer service, and community.

In this role, you will work within a dynamic team that offers a unique menu selection of scratch‑baked bread & pastries, soups, salads, & sandwiches, all made with honest, whole ingredients.

• Mon‑Fri during peak lunch traffic hours;
  Saturdays as needed.
• Additional hours during November and December, including weekends and some extended hours.
• Must be able to work Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks.
• Responsible for organizing and leading a team to support the execution of holiday baskets and merchandise.

• Greeting and welcoming guests to the brand.
• Daily basket making, stocking shelves, inventory, cleaning, organization.
• Personal shopping assistance.
• Assist front‑of‑house restaurant operations when needed; attend and participate in weekly management meetings.

• Engage local schools to participate in Knead Dough Fundraiser events and provide necessary info and paperwork.
• Host Knead Dough community partnership fundraising events.
• Partner with marketing and home office to host brand‑wide events and classes, and individual store events.
• Work closely with General Managers, District Leadership, Regional Leadership, and home office team to ensure store events are successful, reflect our brand, and provide exceptional customer service to all guests.
• Engage and facilitate partnerships with realtors and title companies to drive gift basket and catering sales.

• 1+ years customer service/retail experience.
• Attentiveness to compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for food handler & sanitation standards.
• Flexible schedule; shifts start as early as 7 am and as late as 10 pm, Monday‑Saturday.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe offers work‑life balance with all locations closed every Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas each year; health benefits for full‑time employees; career growth opportunities; and competitive hourly wage.