Bakery Department Lead - Fresh, Fast-Paced Team Leader

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Bakery in Coralville, IA seeks a Bakery Assistant Department Manager to lead daily production, supervise the bakery team, and ensure cases are stocked with fresh product.

You will train staff, assign tasks, review schedules, and maintain department standards for cleanliness, customer service, and sanitation. This is a fast-paced leadership role with a strong focus on team and customer outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Over 1 year up to 3 years related experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and operate material-handling equipment where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers and resolving concerns.
• Set up production schedule and assign tasks to bakers and department employees.
• Review daily production list and manage production flow.
• Rotate display case products and ensure freshness.
• Train new employees and supervise bakery team.
• Assume management duties in the Department Manager's absence.
• Follow sanitation procedures and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Answer phone and take product orders.

Skills

Customer service leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Math skills

Organization

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hy-Vee Bakery in Coralville, IA seeks a Bakery Assistant Department Manager to lead daily production, supervise the bakery team, and ensure cases are stocked with fresh product.

You will train staff, assign tasks, review schedules, and maintain department standards for cleanliness, customer service, and sanitation. This is a fast-paced leadership role with a strong focus on team and customer outcomes.