Bakery - Manager

New Seasons Market; Encinitas (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Farms is seeking a Bakery Manager to oversee the Bakery Department’s operations, profitability, and staff development. The role involves coordinating with other departments for cross-merchandising, maintaining quality and sanitation, and ensuring safety standards are met.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, 2–3 years of related experience, and strong leadership and customer service skills. This position is based in California and reports to the Store Director.

Qualifications

• Customer service focus and the ability to lead a team.
• Understanding of department operations, planning, and profitability.
• Ability to train staff and maintain standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and ensure adherence to policies.
• Maintain profit margins per budget including sales goals and costs.
• Oversee display, merchandising, and quality of bakery products.
• Coordinate with other departments for demos and cross-merchandising.
• Schedule staff and manage labor and supplies.
• Ensure sanitation and health code compliance.
• Train and develop Bakery staff.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

College degree preferred

2-3 years related experience

Job description

Job Title:Bakery Manager

Department:Bakery

Reports To:Store Director

FLSA Status:Nonexempt

Summary

The Bakery Manager will take full responsibility for the operation of the Bakery Department.Responsibility is defined as but not limited to: operations, planning, directing, managing, and achieving targeted profits.In addition, the Bakery Manager is directly responsible for staff development. The individual must cultivate a solid working relationship between himself/herself and his/her staff.Developing and instilling positive morale is the key to success of the Bakery Department.The Bakery Manager must also cultivate a working relationship with other department managers to cross-merchandise effectively.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Leads by example; models correct behavior and adherence to company policies and procedures
• Responsible for using the tools provided by management to ensure the success of the department
• Maintains the appropriate profit margin in accordance to the approved pre-set budget, which entails, but is not limited to: sales goals, cost of goods, expenses, price changes and waste management
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining all marketing programs
• Manages and assures the proper displaying and selling of all bakery products and advises customers on quality of food, method of handling, and other factors affecting preparing, freezing, and storing food
• Responsible for working with the other department to ensure successful demos
• Prepares the weekly and daily work schedules and directs the activities of employees working in the Bakery Department
• Responsible for schedule writing that is done fairly and objectively
• Manages cost control by managing labor, including overtime, and controlling supply costs
• Maintains the Bakery Department under current California Weights & Measures mandates, and trains all employees on the use of proper tares and accurate weights
• Packages, displays, and merchandises all bakery goods according to company standards
• Maintains current health codes and company standards regarding sanitation and cleanliness
• Understands proper usage of all authorized cleaning chemicals in the Bakery Department
• Follows the “FIFO”rotation system (first-in, first-out) to maintain freshness of product and reduce shrink
• Covers, labels, and dates all leftover products; utilizes leftover products before opening new product
• Inspects items during baking processes, including measuring temperatures throughout process to maintain quality and sanitation
• Inspects finished bakery products to ensure Bristol Farms standards of quality, weight specifications, & presentation
• Follows safety work standards and reports any safety hazards to the Store Director
• Conducts accident investigations and completes paperwork in accordance with Cal Osha SAB-198
• Maintains bakery cases focusing on sanitation, cleanliness, and keeping correct temperature requirements
• Arranges for maintenance and repair of equipment
• Is responsible for the training and overall development of employees working in the Bakery Department
• Responsible for consistent practices among all department employees
• Ensures proper training on weighing, slicing, cutting, and serving of bakery goods
• Trains employees on all opening and closing procedures
• Ensures proper documentation of training
• Documents all meetings/memos/monthly safety training and collects employee signatures as required
• Engages and coaches bakery employees in suggestive selling techniques
• Responsible for communication with all Bakery Department employees including the use of the Bakery Log Book, the Weekly Training Topics, monthly Safety Training, and the information contained in the Weekly Bulletin
• Responsible for communication with the Store Director on all bakery related issues
• Examines products bought for resale or received for storage for freshness & quality
• Helps breakdown and store products received
• Serves customers with a smile and a willing attitude
• Handles customer complaints in such a manner to assure customer satisfaction
• Follows & enforces policies and procedures set forth in the employee handbook at all times, especially on service standards and appearance
• At all times, meets and exceeds Bristol Farms standards in service, quality, freshness, safety, and cleanliness

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Bakery Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Bakery department.He or she carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Bristol Farms policies and all applicable laws.Responsibilities include interviewing; training & developing employees; scheduling, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Customer Service Skills

The Bakery Manager is expected to provide customer service that is extra ordinary and exceeds the expectations of our customers. They are required to follow established policies and guidelines that go beyond simply smiling and greeting customers.Going above and beyond encompasses attitudes, respect, and flexibility.The Bakery Manager is expected to have a positive “can-do” attitude; to treat others with respect; and easily adjust to changes in the workplace.

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or general education degree (GED); college degree preferred; two to three years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, or employees of Bristol Farms.

Knowledge of English

This is a customer service driven position.The candidate must have the ability to speak, read and understand English.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages, and volume.Ability to add, subtract, divide, and multiply using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Ability to resolve conflicts in such a manner to create a win-win situation.Ability to analyze a variety of situations, think through to a solution and implement the solution.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; frequent use of hands; hands to finger; handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.The employee occasionally is required to reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and/or cold, to electrical shock, and to risk of burn.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.