Bakery Department Leader: Lead, Grow & Delight Customers

The Kroger Co.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. is seeking a Bakery Department Supervisor to lead daily operations, ensure a safe and clean environment, and achieve department goals. You will supervise staff, manage scheduling, train associates, and uphold the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

The role requires strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced store setting. You will work closely with store management to develop business plans, monitor budgets, and execute

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of basic math is essential for checkout and inventory tasks.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a retail environment.
• Current food handlers permit required upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates while communicating information.
• Collaborate with associates to promote teamwork to achieve goals.
• Establish performance goals for the department and empower associates.
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume.
• Train and develop associates and participate in performance appraisals.
• Adhere to local, state and federal laws and company guidelines.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers and inform them of bakery items.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Ability to handle stressful situations

Current food handlers permit onceemloy

Education

High school education or equivalent

Management experience

Bakery experience

Job description

The Kroger Co. is seeking a Bakery Department Supervisor to lead daily operations, ensure a safe and clean environment, and achieve department goals. You will supervise staff, manage scheduling, train associates, and uphold the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

The role requires strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced store setting. You will work closely with store management to develop business plans, monitor budgets, and execute