Assistant Bakery Manager

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Position Summary The Assistant Bakery Manager supports the Bakery Manager in overseeing daily department operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, high-quality products, operational efficiency, food safety compliance, and team development. This position assists in achieving sales and profitability goals while maintaining attractive displays, proper inventory levels, and a clean, safe working environment. The Assistant Bakery Manager assumes leadership responsibilities in the Bakery Manager's absence. Key Responsibilities Customer Service & Sales

Deliver outstanding customer service and promote a customer-first culture. Assist customers with product selection, special orders, cake orders, and bakery recommendations. Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly. Support sales growth through effective merchandising, promotions, sampling programs, and seasonal displays. Ensure bakery displays remain attractive, well-stocked, and visually appealing. Department Operations

Assist with daily bakery production, merchandising, inventory management, ordering, and receiving activities. Ensure products are prepared, decorated, packaged, and displayed according to company standards. Monitor product freshness, quality, rotation, and code date compliance. Maintain accurate pricing, signage, and promotional execution. Support production planning to meet customer demand while minimizing shrink and waste. Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness. Leadership & Team Development

Assist in training, coaching, and developing Bakery Department associates. Provide direction and leadership to associates during assigned shifts. Support scheduling initiatives and labor management objectives. Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment. Assist with onboarding and training new associates on departmental procedures and expectations. Merchandising & Product Quality

Help maintain bakery cases, tables, and displays to company merchandising standards. Execute seasonal, holiday, and promotional merchandising programs. Monitor product presentation and quality to ensure customer satisfaction. Ensure specialty cakes, breads, pastries, and other bakery products meet established standards. Identify opportunities to improve product assortment and sales performance. Financial Management

Support achievement of department sales, labor, shrink, and profitability goals. Assist with inventory management and expense control. Review department conditions and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity. Help maintain accurate inventory records and support physical inventory processes. Minimize waste through proper production planning and product rotation. Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations. Monitor proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature control procedures. Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment. Ensure associates follow established food safety and sanitation standards. Support department compliance with company policies and operational procedures. Safety & Asset Protection

Promote a safe working environment for associates and customers. Ensure bakery equipment is operated and maintained safely. Follow accident prevention and incident reporting