Bakery Department Lead: Elevate Guest Experience

The Fresh Market Inc; Annapolis (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount

Early wage access

401(k) company match

Financial wellness program

Paid time off & extra leave options

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Job summary

The Fresh Market Inc. is seeking a Bakery Department Lead to support the Bakery Department Manager and drive everyday eating extraordinary for guests. You will lead your team with care, empower colleagues, and ensure a welcoming, high-standard department environment.

You’ll collaborate with the manager to troubleshoot issues and keep operations running smoothly. The role emphasizes hospitality, leadership, and teamwork, with compensation noted as hourly pay and opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• 1+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and support ordering processes.
• Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager's absence.
• Model and coach hospitality by actively engaging guests and creating positive experiences.
• Help implement merchandising strategies and promotional plans to maximize sales and profitability.
• Assist in analyzing department financial and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with fellow department leaders to drive overall store success.
• Leverage available technology to perform these tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Guest experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Fresh Market Inc. is seeking a Bakery Department Lead to support the Bakery Department Manager and drive everyday eating extraordinary for guests. You will lead your team with care, empower colleagues, and ensure a welcoming, high-standard department environment.

You’ll collaborate with the manager to troubleshoot issues and keep operations running smoothly. The role emphasizes hospitality, leadership, and teamwork, with compensation noted as hourly pay and opportunities to grow within a