Bakery Manager

Albertsons Companies; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Training & development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Eugene, OR is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensure quality, and deliver outstanding customer experiences.

You’ll oversee production planning, merchandising, inventory, and staff development in a fast-paced, hands-on environment that drives store success. Join a team focused on quality, service, and growth, with opportunities to shape the customer experience.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused approach with a focus on quality and presentation.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities for the team.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment and manage resources.

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 mindset

Communication skills

Team leadership

Time management

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Bakery Department Manager, where quality, creativity, and customer service come together.

At Albertsons Companies, we’re looking for team-focused managers who are passionate about food, people, and performance. As a Bakery Department Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee a talented team, deliver high‑quality bakery products, and create exceptional customer experience while managing a key department that drives sales, freshness, and store success. This role offers a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment with room to grow and make a visible impact every day.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well‑being starts with you. Bring your passion for baking, team collaboration, and service to a role where craftsmanship meets operational excellence—and where your ideas and expertise help shape the customer experience.

Main 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

Soft Skills

• 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

Competencies

• Bakery production and merchandising execution
• Labor planning and scheduling
• Sales performance, shrink control, and inventory management
• Food safety, sanitation, and compliance oversight

Knowledge

• Baking, decorating, proofing, and production planning techniques
• Food safety standards, temperature controls, allergen handling, and sanitation procedures
• Retail bakery operations and high‑volume production environments

Abilities

• Ability to review sales, labor, and production data to inform departmental planning
• Ability to train, coach, and develop associates at various skill levels
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in hot and cold temperature environments
• Travel requirements: None
• Other requirements: Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company safety policies and Code of Business Conduct

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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