Bakery Manager

Albertsons Companies•Azle, TX

About The Position

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4). Pay Transparency: Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation pay, paid holidays, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis. For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.

Responsibilities

Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with a focus on fast and friendly service.
Assist customers with product suggestions, special orders, and preparation recommendations.
Answer and respond to incoming calls professionally; resolve customer complaints or escalate to the Store Director as needed.
Engage in suggestive selling and other sales techniques via telephone, intercom announcements, and one‑on‑one interactions.
Possess thorough knowledge of duties performed by all department employees; oversee and assist with preparation, handling, and display of bakery products.
Implement proper and efficient product preparation, handling, and packaging techniques.
Maintain bakery case presentation, cleanliness, visual appeal, and inventory levels.
Ensure all bakery equipment, prep areas, and workspaces are clean, sanitized, and maintained to standard.
Maintain required product temperatures throughout preparation, display, and storage.
Follow proper opening and closing procedures for the bakery department.
Schedule, supervise, train, and assign duties to bakery employees; ensure adequate staffing and service levels.
Train employees on store policies, sales processes, food safety, and record‑keeping procedures.
Identify high‑potential employees and support their development for advancement.
Monitor employee productivity and evaluate overall performance.
Lead and/or support personnel actions including interviews, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
Plan daily operations and monitor production processes to maintain efficiency and profitability.
Prepare sales and inventory reports; participate in physical inventory every 4 weeks.
Control inventory to ensure proper quantity, quality, and freshness while maintaining division‑directed inventory levels.
Stock, rotate, and maintain product in cooler and freezer areas.
Reduce shrink through proper handling, storage, ordering, dating, and rotation practices.
Build attractive displays and remove outdated or spoiled products promptly.
Implement effective promotional and seasonal merchandising plans.
Maintain working knowledge of company policies as outlined in the Albertsons/Tom Thumb Employee Handbook.
Enforce proper code‑dating procedures for all products within the department.
Ensure compliance with food handling, temperature control, sanitation, and safety regulations.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the bakery work area and equipment.
Ensure a safe work environment by following all safety protocols and guidelines.
Uphold department standards for quality, preparation, service, and presentation.
Perform receiving duties including breaking down loads, verifying orders, inspecting product quality, reporting shortages, stocking, and rotating product.
Follow temperature guidelines, storage requirements, and approved packaging techniques.
Complete and maintain required administrative paperwork and accurate departmental records.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
disability and life insurance
sick pay
PTO/Vacation pay
paid holidays
bereavement pay
retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility)
Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans