Bakery Department Lead - Growth, Quality & Service

Safeway; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discount

Health benefits

401k

Paid time off

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Albertsons Companies’ Safeway in Grants Pass, OR is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure quality and freshness, and deliver outstanding customer service. You’ll supervise a team, manage production and merchandising, and drive sales while maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring bakery experience, strong leadership, and a passion for teamwork; this role offers growth opportunities within a values-driven company and a

Qualifications

• Minimum bakery department leadership experience.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Ability to manage production, inventory and scheduling.
• Commitment to food safety and quality standards.

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

Communication

Team leadership

Production planning

Job description

Albertsons Companies’ Safeway in Grants Pass, OR is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure quality and freshness, and deliver outstanding customer service. You’ll supervise a team, manage production and merchandising, and drive sales while maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring bakery experience, strong leadership, and a passion for teamwork; this role offers growth opportunities within a values-driven company and a