Bakery Department Lead: Elevate Customer Experience

Kroger Family of Companies; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies in Aurora, CO is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to oversee daily operations, uphold safety standards, and deliver an outstanding customer experience. You will lead associates, manage inventory, and partner with store leadership to drive sales and quality.

Responsibilities include staff development, scheduling, budget awareness, promotions, and ensuring products meet freshness and temperature controls.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction).
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Current food handlers permit once employed.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates with a positive attitude.
• Communicate department information to associates.
• Establish department goals and empower associates to meet targets.
• Develop scheduling to manage customer volume.
• Train associates on performance and participate in evaluations.
• Create an environment where customers feel welcome and informed about products.
• Inspect products for quality and freshness.
• Plan and implement a department business plan.
• Assist management with budget, expenses, and financial reports.
• Manage price changes and promotional signs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Basic math

Ability to handle stressful situations

Food handlers permit

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kroger Family of Companies in Aurora, CO is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to oversee daily operations, uphold safety standards, and deliver an outstanding customer experience. You will lead associates, manage inventory, and partner with store leadership to drive sales and quality.

Responsibilities include staff development, scheduling, budget awareness, promotions, and ensuring products meet freshness and temperature controls.