Position Summary
The Assistant Bakery Manager supports the Bakery Manager in overseeing daily bakery operations, team supervision, food safety compliance, and merchandising execution. This role helps ensure high standards for product quality, freshness, presentation, and customer service while supporting sales growth and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with daily Bakery department operations, including production, stocking, display setup, and product rotation
Support supervision, training, and development of Bakery associates
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and handling standards at all times
Assist with ordering, receiving, production planning, and inventory accuracy
Help control shrink through proper rotation, markdown execution, and waste reduction practices
Maintain bakery production schedules to meet sales and freshness expectations
Execute merchandising standards, promotions, and seasonal programs
Monitor product quality, freshness, labeling, and presentation throughout the day
Support scheduling, task delegation, and workload coverage to ensure efficient department operations
Provide excellent customer service, including assisting with special orders and product inquiries
Maintain clean, organized work areas, ovens, cases, and storage areas
Communicate department performance, needs, and opportunities to store and department leadership
Uphold safety standards and participate in store‑wide safety and loss prevention initiatives
Qualifications
Previous Bakery or fresh food retail experience required
Prior leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of baking procedures, food safety, and sanitation standards
Strong organizational, time‑management, and communication skills
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
Ability to safely operate Bakery equipment
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
Core Competencies
Product quality and freshness focus
Operational execution
Team leadership and accountability
Food safety and compliance
Customer service excellence