Assistant Bakery Manager

Mckeever's Market & Eatery; Independence, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay Option

Medical Benefits

401(k) Program

On-the-Job Training

Job summary

McKeever Price Chopper is seeking an experienced Bakery Manager to lead the bakery department with excellence. You will supervise staff, oversee production schedules for breads, pastries, cakes, and specialty items, and ensure top quality and safety.

You will drive sales through product knowledge, mentoring, and strong customer service, while maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant bakery environment. This role requires early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have proven bakery management or food production leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of bakery operations, food safety standards, and recipe compliance.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and manage bakery team members, ensuring high standards for service and performance.
• Oversee production schedules for breads, pastries, cakes, and specialty items.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality control guidelines.
• Monitor and manage inventory, ordering, and product rotation.
• Support and execute custom cake orders, seasonal promotions, and merchandising displays.
• Drive department sales and profitability through product knowledge and team engagement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with store leadership and team members.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and scheduling of bakery staff.

Skills

Bakery management

Team leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Customer service

Staff scheduling

Training

Job description

Description

Now Hiring: Bakery Manager

Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Flavor at McKeever’s Price Chopper!

McKeever Price Chopper is seeking an experienced and motivated Bakery Manager to lead our bakery department with excellence. If you’re passionate about fresh-baked goods, take pride in quality and service, and have the leadership skills to guide a dynamic team—this is the opportunity for you.

Position Overview:

As the Bakery Manager, you will oversee daily bakery operations, product presentation, staff supervision, and customer satisfaction. You will play a critical role in maintaining department performance, food safety standards, and inspiring a positive, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and manage bakery team members, ensuring high standards for service and performance
• Oversee production schedules for breads, pastries, cakes, and specialty items
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality control guidelines
• Monitor and manage inventory, ordering, and product rotation
• Support and execute custom cake orders, seasonal promotions, and merchandising displays
• Drive department sales and profitability through product knowledge and team engagement
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Communicate effectively with store leadership and team members
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and scheduling of bakery staff

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Prior experience in bakery management or food production leadership required
• Knowledge of bakery operations, food safety standards, and recipe compliance
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively
• Customer-focused with a passion for food and service
• Willing to obtain a food handler permit (assistance provided by McKeever’s)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods (up to 8 hours)
• Frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, and repetitive motions
• Comfortable working in warm and cold environments
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Employee Benefits:

• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them
• Medical Benefits – Available to full-time team members
• 401(k) Program – Plan for your future with our retirement savings program
• On-the-Job Training – Grow your leadership and technical skills with hands-on support

Why Join McKeever Price Chopper?

At McKeever’s, we’re not just baking bread — we’re building a culture of excellence. As Bakery Manager, you’ll lead a team that delivers quality, service, and pride in every fresh-baked item.