Bakery Dept Lead: Customer-First Growth & Ops

Kroger; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Kroger in Ypsilanti, MI is seeking a Bakery Department Supervisor to lead daily bakery operations on-site. You will oversee staff, ensure safe, high-quality product preparation, and drive sales while maintaining budget and quality standards.

This role requires bakery experience, a food handlers permit, and strong teamwork. You will train staff, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and quality guidelines in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic math is required.
• Bakery experience is preferred.
• Current food handlers permit required upon employment.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a fast-paced environment.
• High school education or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates while communicating information.
• Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to achieve goals.
• Establish performance goals and empower associates to meet them.
• Develop scheduling to manage customer volume during hours.
• Train associates and participate in performance appraisals.
• Adhere to local, state, federal laws and company guidelines.
• Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales/merchandising supervisor.
• Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process.

Skills

Basic math

Bakery experience

Food handlers permit

Handle stressful situations

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Kroger in Ypsilanti, MI is seeking a Bakery Department Supervisor to lead daily bakery operations on-site. You will oversee staff, ensure safe, high-quality product preparation, and drive sales while maintaining budget and quality standards.

This role requires bakery experience, a food handlers permit, and strong teamwork. You will train staff, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and quality guidelines in a fast-paced retail environment.