Bakery Assistant Manager

Mackenthun's Fine Foods - Minnetrista•Minnetrista, MN

9d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Assist the Bakery Department Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring high-quality production, exceptional customer service, and profitability. Help manage staff, including direct reports, inventory, and ordering, and maintain a safe, sanitary environment while supporting Mackenthun's Exceptional Experience and meeting performance goals. The role supports bakery staff leadership and development, production and product quality, inventory and ordering, customer service and sales, health and safety compliance, financial performance, collaboration with other store teams, and department development. The position requires physical labor in a bakery environment and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 1 year of management experience.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and math skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes daytime hours, evenings, every other weekend, occasional overnight shifts, and some holidays as needed.
Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior bakery or culinary experience.

Responsibilities

Train, supervise, motivate, coach, and support bakery staff and their development.
Assist with staff schedules, staffing levels, performance evaluations, employee concerns, recruitment, hiring, and onboarding.
Help ensure staff understand bakery products, food safety, and customer service standards, and foster a positive, productive team environment.
Assist in overseeing daily bakery production and ensuring products meet quality standards and company specifications.
Ensure bakery items are fresh, visually appealing, and well-stocked.
Collaborate with the marketing team on new bakery items and seasonal offerings.
Assist with production scheduling to minimize waste and avoid overproduction while maintaining product availability.
Monitor ingredient, packaging, and supply inventory; help place cost-effective orders; and support accurate tracking and documentation.
Implement and maintain FIFO stock rotation to reduce waste and preserve freshness.
Provide customer service, recommend products, slice and package items, and resolve customer concerns.
Implement merchandising strategies, monitor sales trends, and help adjust product offerings to improve visibility and sales.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, food-handling, and storage regulations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including bakery equipment, tools, and floors; conduct regular safety audits.
Support staff in following hygiene and sanitation practices.
Assist in monitoring department financial performance against the store budget, controlling shrinkage, and managing labor costs and staffing levels.
Work with vendors to maintain competitive pricing and ensure accurate billing for special orders.
Work with the store manager, marketing team, and other department managers to support store objectives and smooth store operations.
Participate in promotional events and marketing campaigns to increase bakery product visibility.
Stay informed about industry trends, customer preferences, and baking techniques; assist in introducing new products and recipes.
Participate in planning meetings, contribute to department goals, and help develop staff skills through training and ongoing professional development.