Bakery Operations Leader: Elevate Customer Experience

Kroger; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Bakery Department Leader to direct and supervise the Bakery team, ensuring a safe, clean environment and high-quality products. You will train associates, manage performance, and coordinate with store management to meet sales and quality goals.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, math skills, and food-handling certification, with experience in bakery operations and customer service.

Qualifications

• Effective communication is required to interact with customers and staff.
• Basic math skills for cash handling and inventory calculations.
• Ability to remain calm and productive in busy, high-pressure environments.
• Current valid food handler permit required upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Direct, support and supervise all functions for the Bakery department.
• Ensure a safe, clean environment and quality standards throughout the department.
• Train and develop associates; monitor performance and provide feedback.
• Prepare bakery items per customer requests and maintain product quality.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math

Stress management

Food handler permit

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kroger is seeking a Bakery Department Leader to direct and supervise the Bakery team, ensuring a safe, clean environment and high-quality products. You will train associates, manage performance, and coordinate with store management to meet sales and quality goals.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, math skills, and food-handling certification, with experience in bakery operations and customer service.