Bakery Department Manager — Lead Team, Fresh Quality & Growth

Socket.dev; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Associate discounts

Health & 401k benefits

Time off

Career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure quality, freshness, and outstanding customer service, and drive sales and store success in a fast-paced environment.

You will hire, train, and coach bakery associates, plan production based on demand, execute merchandising plans, and maintain food safety and regulatory compliance, all while promoting teamwork and accountability.

Qualifications

• Soft skills: customer-focused, strong communication, team leadership.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities.
• Understanding of food safety and quality standards.
• Proven track record in bakery operations or retail leadership.

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

Organization

Job description

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure quality, freshness, and outstanding customer service, and drive sales and store success in a fast-paced environment.

You will hire, train, and coach bakery associates, plan production based on demand, execute merchandising plans, and maintain food safety and regulatory compliance, all while promoting teamwork and accountability.