Conquering the Chaos
The BakeSmart Blog
Gift Cards: The Sweetest Sale Baked into Your Business Strategy
Discover why bakery gift cards are one of the easiest, most profitable products you can offer year-round. Learn how digital and physical gift cards drive cash flow, attract new customers, and boost repeat business with BakeSmart.
Read More →
Why Running a Bakery Is Harder Than It Looks
Learn how bakery systems and workflows improve efficiency, reduce burnout, and boost profits. Discover smart bakery management strategies to streamline operations and empower your team.
Read More →
Viva Las Vegas: BakeSmart's IBIE 2025 Recap
A recap of our week in Las Vegas at IBIE, the International Baking Industry Exposition!
Read More →
At the Counter: Systems Keep Holidays Profitable
Holiday rush without chaos. A practical prep list for bakeries—menu & cutoffs, reports, deco tickets, capacity, equipment—to keep seasons profitable.
Read More → BakeSmart Adds Bakery Professional to Growing Team
BakeSmart welcomes 20-year bakery veteran Heather O’Connor as “Chaos Wrangler,” helping bakeries streamline operations, onboard smoothly, and grow profitably.
Read More → Retail Bakery Tours in Atlanta, GA
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Atlanta’s most inspiring bakeries—from legacy brands scaling with smart systems to community-rooted shops redefining workplace culture. Discover what makes these bakeries stand out and why they should be on every bakery owner's radar.
Read More →.Cu-kxLrz_A7fBB.webp)
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →.C0269x7w_ZKUBgr.webp)
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.
Read More →.Cc_wwifF_Jmob7.webp)
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.
Read More →.Cuingdnv_22Fo3w.webp)
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.
Read More →.DtmeA7cc_2bouJ3.webp)
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.
Read More →