Asst Bakery Mgr FT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is hiring an Assistant Bakery Manager to support the Bakery Manager in daily operations, team leadership, and customer-focused service. You will help manage merchandising, safety, inventory, and pricing while mentoring bakery staff.

The role requires 3+ years baking experience or 1+ year in bakery management, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced retail setting. We value quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of baking experience or 1+ year in bakery management.
• Knowledge of bakery products, ingredients, and equipment.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and team members with a smile, providing extraordinary service and assistance with bakery and cake orders.
• Assist in scheduling, training, delegating, and evaluating bakery personnel. Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and customer care expectations.
• Support bakery sales projections, manage inventory, review invoices, and ensure accurate pricing, codes, and labeling.
• Prepare, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, and cakes with consistency in taste, weight, and appearance.
• Merchandise products, keep cases full, rotate stock, and maintain clean, appealing displays.
• Promote food safety, sanitation, and the Bakery Safety Program. Correct unsafe acts and enforce health code regulations.
• Assume Bakery Manager responsibilities when needed, ensuring smooth department operations.
• Keep bakery equipment, floors, and workspaces clean, organized, and compliant with Vallarta and health department standards.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Bakery operations

Merchandising

Inventory management

Scheduling

Food safety

Training

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Career Opportunities with Vallarta Supermarkets

A great place to work.

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!

About the Role

The Assistant Bakery Manager supports the Bakery Manager in planning, directing, and managing the bakery department’s daily operations and team members. This role helps lead merchandising, customer service, and compliance, while ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. As a key leader, you’ll inspire your team, delight customers with exceptional service, and create an engaging, productive workplace.

What You’ll Do

Customer Service: Greet customers and team members with a smile, providing extraordinary service and assistance with bakery and cake orders.

Team Leadership: Assist in scheduling, training, delegating, and evaluating bakery personnel. Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and customer care expectations.

Operations: Support bakery sales projections, manage inventory, review invoices, and ensure accurate pricing, codes, and labeling.

Product Quality: Prepare, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, and cakes with consistency in taste, weight, and appearance.

Merchandising: Merchandise products, keep cases full, rotate stock, and maintain clean, appealing displays.

Compliance & Safety: Promote food safety, sanitation, and the Bakery Safety Program. Correct unsafe acts and enforce health code regulations.

Leadership Coverage: Assume Bakery Manager responsibilities when needed, ensuring smooth department operations.

Sanitation: Keep bakery equipment, floors, and workspaces clean, organized, and compliant with Vallarta and health department standards.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk for long periods (6–8 hours/day).

Frequently bend neck/waist, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

Frequent grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine hand manipulation.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (e.g., flour, sugar, boxes).

Work near bakery equipment and in environments with varying temperatures and humidity.

May be required to perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items).

What We’re Looking For

3+ years of baking experience or 1+ year in bakery management.

Knowledge of bakery products, ingredients, and equipment (Mexican, Central American, and American baked goods, etc.).

Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and mentor team members.

Basic computer and math skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.

Exposure to perishable products, bakery equipment, and changing temperatures.

Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you’re a results-driven leader who values quality, service, and teamwork,

Explore Exciting Job Opportunities

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whether you’re seeking part-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.