Assistant Bakery Manager

Albertsons • Argyle, TX

4d

About The Position

The Assistant Bakery Manager supports the Bakery Manager in overseeing bakery operations, including production, merchandising, food safety, inventory management, sales growth, and employee development. The role helps ensure the department provides high-quality bakery products, excellent customer service, and an attractive shopping experience while meeting company standards for profitability and operational excellence.

The Assistant Bakery Manager supports daily operations and team leadership, helps maintain product freshness and presentation, and promotes compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company procedures. The position may serve as manager-on-duty for the department when the Bakery Manager is absent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous bakery, food service, retail, or grocery experience.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift and move products consistent with job requirements.
• Leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze sales and operational performance.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment while maintaining high standards.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting; ability to lift products and supplies in accordance with company guidelines.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and maintain productivity throughout scheduled shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory or leadership experience in a bakery or grocery environment.
• Knowledge of bakery production methods, merchandising, and inventory management.
• Experience with food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing daily bakery operations to meet sales, profit, and customer service goals.
• Help coordinate production schedules to ensure product availability and freshness.
• Monitor department conditions, presentation, and product quality throughout the day.
• Support merchandising plans, seasonal displays, and promotional programs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and operational procedures.
• Provide outstanding customer service and resolve customer concerns professionally.
• Promote suggestive selling and customer engagement among associates.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-stocked department.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and health department requirements.
• Monitor product rotation, code dating, and freshness standards.
• Ensure associates follow safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Assist with department audits and corrective action plans.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Help manage shrink, waste, and out-of-stock conditions.
• Monitor department expenses and support profitability goals.
• Review sales trends and help implement plans to improve results.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of bakery associates.
• Coach team members and provide performance feedback.
• Assist with scheduling to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Promote a positive work environment focused on safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as manager-on-duty for the department when the Bakery Manager is absent.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED