Bakery Manager

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships.

This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

The Bakery Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the Bakery Department to ensure exceptional customer service, product quality, food safety compliance, sales growth, profitability, and team development. This position oversees daily department operations, manages production and inventory, drives merchandising excellence, and develops a high-performing team dedicated to delivering fresh, high-quality bakery products.

• Oversee the daily operations of the Bakery Department.
• Ensure department standards for cleanliness, organization, safety, and product quality are consistently maintained.
• Execute company programs, promotional events, and operational initiatives.
• Maintain department readiness with appropriate inventory levels and product availability.
• Monitor department performance and implement operational improvements to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.

• Deliver and promote exceptional customer service throughout the department.
• Assist customers with bakery selections, special orders, custom cake requests, and product recommendations.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Foster a customer-focused culture that drives satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat business.
• Ensure associates provide friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient service.

• Oversee preparation, baking, decorating, packaging, and presentation of bakery products.
• Ensure all products meet company standards for quality, freshness, appearance, and consistency.
• Monitor production levels to support customer demand while minimizing waste.
• Ensure proper dating, labeling, rotation, and storage of all bakery products.
• Maintain attractive displays and sales cases throughout operating hours.

• Plan and execute bakery merchandising programs, displays, and promotional activities.
• Maintain accurate pricing, signage, and promotional execution.
• Monitor sales trends and adjust production and displays to maximize sales opportunities.
• Ensure displays remain fully stocked, visually appealing, and customer-ready.
• Support sales growth through seasonal, holiday, and special-event merchandising initiatives.

• Manage inventory levels to support sales while minimizing waste and shrink.
• Order products, ingredients, and supplies based on sales forecasts and department needs.
• Conduct inventory counts and maintain accurate department records.
• Monitor product movement and identify opportunities to improve inventory productivity.
• Implement shrink reduction strategies through effective planning, production, and product rotation.

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor department sanitation practices and cleaning schedules.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, preparation, and display procedures are followed.
• Maintain required food safety documentation and temperature records.
• Train associates on food safety, sanitation, and safe work practices.

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop department associates.
• Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback.
• Create schedules that align labor resources with business needs.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and associate engagement.
• Support succession planning and employee development opportunities.

• Manage labor expenses and department operating costs.
• Monitor sales, gross profit, shrink, and productivity results.
• Develop action plans to improve financial…