Bakery Department Manager - Plum Market

Plum Market•Ann Arbor, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Plum Market is a growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry, dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers. Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. We prioritize creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members. Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve, and we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Requirements

Proven ability to manage a diverse team and multiple product lines simultaneously.
Minimum of six months’ buying experience for store-level departments.
Experience maintaining labor schedules, profit margins, and inventory controls.
Strong understanding of bakery operations, including packaging, food safety, and merchandising.
Ability to analyze sales trends and respond strategically to increase department performance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps and the ability to adapt and learn new software solutions.
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break, bend, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts up to 100 lbs.

Nice To Haves

You model and provide exceptional Customer Service.
You are passionate about bakery products.
You are organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
You take pride in developing your team and helping others grow in their roles.
You collaborate effectively with Store Operations, Support Teams, and fellow Team Leaders.
You value inclusion and foster a respectful, welcoming team culture.
You are creative, solutions-oriented, and energized by new ideas and seasonal initiatives.
You inspire your team to bring their best each day and lead by example.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the Bakery department team, ensuring they are trained, scheduled, and supported to perform at high standards.
Maintain a full, fresh, and visually appealing bakery assortment throughout the day, including breads, pastries, desserts, and seasonal items.
Oversee all aspects of production, ordering, receiving, and inventory to ensure product availability while minimizing waste and shrink.
Execute strategic merchandising plans, display resets, and promotional features that drive sales and enhance the Guest experience.
Ensure pricing integrity and compliance with food safety, sanitation, and labeling standards.
Monitor department labor and cost controls, adjusting as needed to stay within budget while maximizing profitability.
Provide regular feedback, coaching, and recognition to Team Members to promote engagement, retention, and growth.
Partner with Store Leadership, Culinary Team, and Support Office to align on product innovation, seasonal planning, and cross-department collaboration.
Actively engage with Customers, respond to questions or concerns, and create a warm, welcoming environment at the Bakery counter.
Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness at all times.
Uphold all Plum Market policies, procedures, and standards for workplace conduct and team expectations.