Conquering the Chaos
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At The Counter: Hiring a Retail Manager-How to Find the Right Fit for Your Bakery
Learn how to hire a retail bakery manager who cares, with tips on interviewing, onboarding, and growing your business.
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At The Counter: Your Display Case Sells Before You Speak
Transform your bakery display case into a high-performing sales tool with 6 expert tips to boost impact, cleanliness, and customer experience.
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At The Counter: What to Teach a New FOH Hire in Their First 30 Minutes
Stop winging it with new hires. Learn how to use a structured 30-minute FOH training plan to build confidence, consistency, and a stronger bakery sales team.
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At The Counter: Three Things Your Counter Team Should Say Everyday
Train your bakery’s front counter staff to use intentional phrases that boost sales, build customer relationships, and elevate the everyday experience—without sounding scripted.
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At The Counter: Where Small Moves Make a Big Impact
A fresh look at the front-of-house in retail bakeries—discover how intentional systems, displays, and training at the counter can drive growth and build loyalty.
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The New Role of Websites for Retail Bakeries
Discover why modern retail bakeries need more than just a website. Learn how integrating eCommerce with social media—and using tools like BakeSmart—can drive sales, simplify operations, and meet today’s customer expectations.
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Fully Custom Bakeries to "Custom Enough" Bakeries
Many bakeries are shifting from fully custom cakes to a custom enough model to increase margins, reduce labor costs, and streamline operations. Learn how to make the switch successfully.
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A Bakery's Sweet Spot: eCommerce to sell Custom Cakes
Discover how bakeries can boost sales and streamline operations by selling custom cakes online. Embrace eCommerce with BakeSmart and grow your business!
Read More →Freezer Organization Can Boost Your Bakery's Sales
Transform your bakery’s walk-in freezer into a strategic profit center with expert tips on organization, labeling, FIFO systems, inventory, and lighting.
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Cracking the Egg: Navigating Rising Costs with Transparency & Resilience
Explore how BakeSmart supports bakeries in navigating rising costs and maintaining profitability amidst fluctuating market conditions. This post delves into the impact of soaring egg prices and offers strategies for communicating surcharges transparently to ensure community support and business resilience.
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Creating a Successful Grab-N-Go offering for your bakery
Discover how grab-n-go offerings can transform your bakery's sales and operational efficiency.
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Celebrating Bethel Bakery: A BakeSmart Customer Story
At BakeSmart, we’re proud to partner with incredible bakeries that enrich their communities with tradition, creativity, and exceptional baked goods. […]
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