Bakery Assistant Manager - Plum Market
About The Position
The Bakery Assistant Manager supports the overall success of Plum Market’s Bakery department by assisting with daily operations, team leadership, and exceptional retail Customer Service. The role oversees bakery execution, supports product quality and merchandising, and helps ensure Team Members are trained, scheduled, and motivated. In collaboration with the Bakery Manager, the Assistant Manager helps maintain inventory levels, presentation standards, and department profitability, and assumes leadership responsibilities when the Manager is absent. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality presentation and customer service, detail-oriented, organized, calm under pressure, and an effective communicator. They contribute to an inclusive, supportive team environment, collaborate with colleagues, and coach others to grow. The position requires bakery operations or related food service experience, comfort with a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays, and the physical ability to stand and walk for up to four hours without a break, bend, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, and push or pull carts up to 100 pounds.
Requirements
- Experience in bakery operations or related food service departments.
- Ability to manage and maintain documentation such as order guides, logs, and standard operating procedures.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle day-to-day challenges professionally.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps and ability to learn new software solutions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to stand and walk for up to four hours without a break, bend, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, and push or pull carts up to 100 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Deliver an outstanding Customer experience through hospitality, efficiency, and a positive attitude.
- Support the Bakery Manager with ordering, inventory control, and production scheduling to ensure consistent product availability.
- Monitor the quality, freshness, and merchandising of bakery products.
- Provide daily direction and support to Team Members, including training, task delegation, and performance feedback.
- Lead the department in the Manager’s absence to ensure operational continuity and a strong service culture.
- Maintain pricing accuracy, signage standards, and cleanliness across bakery service areas.
- Collaborate with leadership and peers on promotions, seasonal resets, and department goals.
- Maintain a safe and sanitary working environment by following food safety guidelines and Plum Market policies.
- Participate in team communication, meetings, and development efforts to improve performance and morale.
- Model professionalism, accountability, and Plum Market’s core values.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time positions and a variety of retail shifts.
- Training programs and opportunities to grow skills and knowledge.
- Time-and-a-half holiday pay for working New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.
- Career growth and promotional opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
- 401(k) with company match, available after six months.
- 20% discount on grocery purchases and 50% discount on Team Member meals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
