Bakery Manager

ACME Markets, Inc.; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Associate discounts

Medical, dental, 401k and more!

Time off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Bakery Department Manager to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced bakery environment. You will oversee daily operations, ensure product quality, and deliver exceptional customer experiences while driving sales and store performance.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, production planning, and adherence to food safety standards, with opportunities for growth across the department and company.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a bakery or food service team.
• Knowledge of food safety guidelines and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to manage production planning and scheduling.
• Strong focus on customer service and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Bakery Department operations with focus on quality, freshness, and service.
• Lead and develop bakery associates, coaching and scheduling.
• Plan daily production based on sales trends and seasonal demand.
• Execute merchandising plans, planograms, and promotions.
• Control department sales, labor, inventory, and shrink.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Operations 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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