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INTRODUCTION

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Position Summary

The Assistant Bakery Manager supports the Bakery Manager in overseeing daily bakery operations, driving sales, maintaining product quality, managing inventory, and developing team members. This role helps ensure an exceptional customer experience through fresh, high-quality bakery products, strong merchandising standards, and effective leadership of bakery associates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Department Leadership:

• Assist in supervising and directing daily bakery department operations.
• Lead the bakery team in the absence of the Bakery Manager.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and development of bakery associates.
• Promote a positive, professional, and customer-focused work environment.
• Assist with scheduling and labor management to meet business needs.

Customer Service:

• Deliver outstanding customer service by addressing customer needs and resolving concerns promptly.
• Assist customers with custom cake orders, special requests, and product recommendations.
• Ensure team members provide friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient service.
• Foster customer loyalty through exceptional product quality and service.

Sales & Merchandising:

• Execute merchandising plans that maximize sales and profitability.
• Ensure bakery displays are attractive, well-stocked, and aligned with company standards.
• Monitor sales trends and assist with promotional execution.
• Support seasonal and holiday merchandising initiatives.

Production & Quality Assurance:

• Help oversee production planning to maintain proper inventory levels.
• Ensure bakery products meet company standards for freshness, quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Assist with cake decorating, baking, packaging, and other production duties as needed.
• Monitor shrink and implement strategies to reduce waste.

Inventory & Financial Performance:

• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory control processes.
• Monitor supply levels and coordinate replenishment to support department operations.
• Help manage department expenses and profitability goals.
• Support accurate record keeping and inventory management practices.

Food Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Monitor product rotation, date coding, storage, and handling procedures.
• Adhere to company policies, safety programs, and operational standards.

Team Development:

• Train associates on bakery production, food safety, customer service, and merchandising standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback.
• Assist in creating development opportunities for team members seeking advancement.
• Encourage teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous bakery, food service, retail, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of bakery production processes, merchandising, and food safety practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer and inventory management skills.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Comfortable working around commercial bakery equipment and refrigerated environments.

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to drive sales while controlling expenses and shrink.
• Dependability, accountability, and attention to detail.

The Assistant Bakery Manager plays a vital role in supporting department success by helping lead bakery operations, developing associates, ensuring exceptional product quality, and delivering outstanding customer experiences.

BENEFITS

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values – Click below to view video: ACI Values

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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