Bakery Department Lead — Lead, Inspire, Deliver Fresh

Shaw’s and Star Market; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Newport, NH, seeks a Bakery Department Manager to lead a busy bakery team, ensuring quality, freshness, and exceptional customer service. The role focuses on production planning, merchandising, and regulatory compliance to drive store success.

You will hire and train staff, manage labor and inventory, and foster a customer‑centric environment with strong teamwork and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a bakery or perishable department in a retail setting.
• Ability to manage inventory, scheduling, and labor planning.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Bakery Department operations with focus on quality, freshness, presentation, and customer service.
• Foster a welcoming, customer‑focused environment and address 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

Organization

Problem solving

Job description

Albertsons Companies in Newport, NH, seeks a Bakery Department Manager to lead a busy bakery team, ensuring quality, freshness, and exceptional customer service. The role focuses on production planning, merchandising, and regulatory compliance to drive store success.

You will hire and train staff, manage labor and inventory, and foster a customer‑centric environment with strong teamwork and accountability.