Bakery Sales Specialist: Fresh Local Flavor & Service

Hannaford; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Manchester, NH is seeking a Bakery Associate to observe policies, learn multiple bakery tasks, train others, and uphold sanitation and safety standards. You will develop product knowledge across bakery lines and support displays, production, and inventory control.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, work in hot/cold environments, and perform baking tasks.

Qualifications

• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions.

Responsibilities

• Observe and follow all company policies and established procedures.
• Maintain a neat and well-groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with personal appearance policy.
• Assist in special projects and perform other functions as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist in training other associates when assigned and certified.
• Maintain solid communication in the department and throughout the organization.
• Work within our company's management planning guidelines to maintain productivity.
• Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity, and respect
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of Bakery Department (rolls, desserts, cakes, muffins, bagels, coffees, platters, etc.).
• Observe and maintain company's sanitation and food safety standards.
• Prepare, proof, and bake product as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Provide outstanding friendly customer service. Communicate with and assist customers in selection of product.
• Package and display products according to standard practice and our automated production program, taking customer demands into consideration
• Retrieve and organize bakery product loads.
• Perform assigned tasks such as replenishing merchandise, preparation of products or setting up displays, etc.
• Process merchandise properly, paying special attention to rotation of products according to prescribed standards.
• Maintain accurate, neat records of production, shrink, sales and inventory.
• Wash, clean, and sanitize equipment in accordance with company guidelines.
• May be required to frost, base ice, and decorate all varieties of cakes. Personalize when necessary.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Selling skills

Teamwork

Learn multiple tasks

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Manchester, NH is seeking a Bakery Associate to observe policies, learn multiple bakery tasks, train others, and uphold sanitation and safety standards. You will develop product knowledge across bakery lines and support displays, production, and inventory control.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, work in hot/cold environments, and perform baking tasks.