Bakery Department Lead — Quality, Team, Growth

Albertsons Companies; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

Benefits package (medical, dental, 401

Paid time off

Career growth and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Alexandria, LA is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead a skilled team, oversee daily bakery operations, production planning, merchandising, and customer service while ensuring freshness and quality.

You will drive department sales, labor planning, and inventory control in a fast-paced setting, coaching associates and ensuring food-safety compliance. Competitive wages and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Strong customer-service mindset with a passion for quality and presentation.
• Effective communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Clear communication and the ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Bakery Department operations, ensuring 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

Leadership

Team-building

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Albertsons Companies in Alexandria, LA is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead a skilled team, oversee daily bakery operations, production planning, merchandising, and customer service while ensuring freshness and quality.

You will drive department sales, labor planning, and inventory control in a fast-paced setting, coaching associates and ensuring food-safety compliance. Competitive wages and growth opportunities are available.