Assistant Bakery Manager/Baker

Co-op•Morden, MB

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team and see how Co-op does business differently! At Gardenland Co‑op, you’re part of a community‑driven cooperative rooted in the Pembina Valley—where success is shared with the very people who call this place home. Powered by local ownership, local decision‑making, and local impact, your work here goes beyond a job. It’s a career with purpose, and a place to truly belong. The food stores in Morden and Winkler are adding additional management positions to our locations. Apply to learn more about the career possibilities at Co-op.

Requirements

Knowledge of scratch baking techniques.
Ability to accurately follow recipes, formulas and productions schedules.
Ability to operate bakery equipment such as mixers, sheeters, ovens and proofers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel and Outlook.
Strong oral communication skills (English). Good written communication skills required.
Skilled in effective communication.
Ability to lift 50 lbs on occasion, 15-30 lbs repeatedly.
Ability to stand and work at counter height for the entirety of a shift, with good stamina to support daily production activities.
Ability to perform a variety of tasks that include dexterity, pushing and pulling, reaching, bending, squatting and grasping small items.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or management experience preferred with a preference to retail or hospitality management/supervision.
We are willing to train the right individual.

Responsibilities

Perform the baking duties (preparing and baking a variety of product from scratch, following production schedules, meeting quality standards, packaging, merchandising and general housekeeping).
Assist in the day-to-day operations, including adherence to brand standards, Food Safe and merchandising standards, customer service standards, meeting established productivity standards, leading and directing staff, administrative duties, image standards, safety and asset protection.
Consistently represent the Co-op brand; to know, understand and live Gardenland Co-op’s vision, mission and values.
Be a Co-op ambassador by understanding the Cooperative Retailing System (CRS) and have a good understanding of the cooperative business model.
Prepare and bake a variety of product from scratch. Must be willing to work early morning shifts.
Execute day-to-day responsibilities of the department ensuring efficiency and adherence to department standards and company policies.
Support the manager with scheduling, expense control and merchandising effectiveness.
Create and implement promotions and marketing initiatives.
Lead and guide staff on customer experience initiatives and expectations.
Ensure proper merchandising guidelines are followed and productivity targets achieved.
Follow through on goals and key performance indicators.
Provide leadership, direction and oversight to the department.
Follow performance management program.
Consistently deliver feedback to team members.
Ensure performance expectations are met or exceeded for all team members.
Participate in the hiring of new team members.
Conduct onboarding steps and safety orientations for team members.
Follow the safety program and follow through on all safety initiatives.
Complete required administrative tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
Conduct daily and/or monthly inspections.