Assistant Bakery Manager

Position Summary
The Assistant Bakery Manager supports the Bakery Manager in overseeing daily bakery operations to ensure high‑quality products, strong sales performance, food safety compliance, and excellent customer service. This role helps supervise bakery associates, maintains production and merchandising standards, and ensures efficient department execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing daily bakery operations, including production, merchandising, and sales execution
• Ensure bakery products meet quality, freshness, and presentation standards
• Support ordering, inventory control, and shrink reduction efforts
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Assist with scheduling, training, coaching, and supervising bakery associates
• Maintain proper product rotation, labeling, and dating procedures
• Support execution of promotional plans, seasonal programs, and displays
• Monitor bakery equipment cleanliness and operational readiness
• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve customer concerns professionally
• Step into Bakery Manager responsibilities when assigned or during absences
• Communicate department needs, performance, and issues to store leadership

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One or more years of bakery, food service, or retail experience preferred
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of bakery production, merchandising, and food safety standards
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; frequent standing, bending, and reaching
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Core Competencies

• Food quality and freshness focus
• Bakery production and merchandising
• Team leadership and development
• Food safety and sanitation compliance
• Inventory and waste control
• Customer service excellence