Bakery Department Lead — Quality, Service & Team Growth

Albertsons Companies; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Associate discounts

Health benefits

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure high-quality products, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will manage a team, plan production based on demand, and execute merchandising strategies across the department.

The role emphasizes food safety compliance, staff development, and a fast-paced, hands-on environment with room to grow within the bakery leadership track.

Qualifications

• Customer-service mindset focused on quality and presentation.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment and stay organized.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service mindset

Communication & leadership

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure high-quality products, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will manage a team, plan production based on demand, and execute merchandising strategies across the department.

The role emphasizes food safety compliance, staff development, and a fast-paced, hands-on environment with room to grow within the bakery leadership track.