Bakery Mgr FT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation

Legal Services

Holiday Pay

Savings Marketplace

Recognition Programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Duarte, CA, is seeking a Bakery Manager to lead daily bakery operations, ensuring fresh, high-quality products and exceptional customer service. You will mentor staff, manage schedules, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced, festive environment.

The role emphasizes product quality, merchandising, and inventory control, with opportunities to drive sales and mentor team members while maintaining Vallarta's standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of baking experience or 1+ year bakery management experience.
• Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients across Mexican, Central American, and American pastries.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with bakery equipment, ovens, and tools.
• Basic computer and math skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English; legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example: write schedules, delegate tasks, train, and evaluate bakery staff.
• Greet customers and assist with bakery and cake orders, ensuring extraordinary service.
• Prepare, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, and cakes with consistent quality.
• Merchandise products, rotate stock, and maintain attractive bakery cases.
• Audit pricing, codes, and tares; monitor ovens and proofers; manage inventory.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and bakery safety programs; ensure compliance.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and equipment; support a positive team culture.
• Mentor employees and support store success; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Baking experience

Bakery management

Leadership

Customer service

English proficiency

Excel basics

Tools

Bakery equipment

POS/Inventory basics

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At Vallarta Supermarkets, we're more than just a grocery store, we're a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We're seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you're passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we'd love to meet you!

About the Role

The Bakery Manager leads the bakery department, overseeing daily operations, product quality, and team performance. This role is responsible for ensuring bakery cases are filled with fresh, appealing products while maintaining Vallarta's high standards for food safety, merchandising, and customer service. As a department leader, the Bakery Manager drives sales, mentors team members, and ensures compliance with company policies and health regulations.

What You'll Do

• Leadership & Supervision: Write schedules, delegate tasks, train, and evaluate bakery team members while ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Customer Service: Greet and assist customers with bakery and cake orders, always ensuring extraordinary service.
• Product Quality: Prepare, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, and cakes, ensuring consistency in taste, weight, and appearance.
• Merchandising: Merchandise products, rotate stock, and maintain fresh, attractive bakery cases.
• Operations & Inventory: Audit pricing, codes, and tares; monitor ovens and proofers; order from approved vendors; review invoices; and maintain accurate inventory.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforce food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and the Bakery Safety Program; correct unsafe conditions immediately.
• Sanitation: Maintain clean, organized work areas, equipment, and countertops to ensure a professional department image.
• Team Development: Lead by example, mentor employees, and create a safe, positive, and respectful workplace.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks assigned to support department and store success.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for long periods (6-8 hours/day).
• Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (flour, sugar, boxes).
• Work near ovens, mixers, and bakery equipment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and occasional work at heights.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of baking experience or 1+ year of bakery management experience.
• Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients (Mexican, Central American, and American pastries, etc.).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and mentor team members.
• Experience with bakery equipment, ovens, and tools.
• Basic computer and math skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.
• Exposure to perishable products, bakery equipment, and changing temperatures.
• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you're a results-driven leader who values quality, service, and teamwork, we invite you to apply today to join our bakery team as a Bakery Manager!

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