Bakery Department Lead — Grow, Mentor & Deliver Fresh

Albertsons Companies; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages with weekly pay

Associate discounts

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager in New Jersey to lead daily bakery operations, ensure fresh, quality products, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will oversee staff, production planning, merchandising, and safety compliance in a fast-paced store environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to operational excellence with opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in bakery production and merchandising.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Strong customer-service mindset with attention to quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Bakery Department operations, ensuring high standards for quality, freshness, presentation, and customer service.
• Foster a welcoming, customer-focused environment and resolve customer concerns and special orders.
• Plan and execute daily bakery production based on sales trends and seasonal demand.
• Execute merchandising plans, promotions, planograms, and seasonal programs.
• Manage department sales, labor, scheduling, ordering, inventory, and shrink.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop bakery associates while promoting teamwork and accountability.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Job description

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager in New Jersey to lead daily bakery operations, ensure fresh, quality products, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will oversee staff, production planning, merchandising, and safety compliance in a fast-paced store environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to operational excellence with opportunities for growth within the company.