Bakery Department Lead — Elevate Guest Experience

Fresh Market Inc.; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount up to 40%

On-demand pay up to 50% of earned W-2

401K with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Fresh Market in Peachtree City, GA is seeking a Bakery Department Lead to support the Bakery Department Manager and help deliver an exceptional guest experience. You will lead the bakery team, coach staff, and ensure the department looks its best while solving daily challenges.

You will monitor schedules, manage inventory, and partner with department leaders to drive sales and profitability. The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and operational excellence.

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

• Help monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels, minimizing shrink, and supporting ordering processes.
• Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager’s absence.
• Model and coach “Impeccable 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 service

Communication

Problem solving

Flexible scheduling

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in business, retail management, or related field

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market in Peachtree City, GA is seeking a Bakery Department Lead to support the Bakery Department Manager and help deliver an exceptional guest experience. You will lead the bakery team, coach staff, and ensure the department looks its best while solving daily challenges.

You will monitor schedules, manage inventory, and partner with department leaders to drive sales and profitability. The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and operational excellence.