Assistant Bakery Manager

Frederick, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $17.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible spending accounts

short term disability

basic life insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Associate discount programs

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Weis Markets is a prominent and well-respected supermarket chain dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service to its communities. Known for its commitment to associate well-being and community growth, Weis fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment where teamwork and respect are paramount. The company places a high value on treating its associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation, creating a culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Weis Markets operates numerous stores across its regions, serving diverse customer bases with a focus on fresh products, reliable service, and community engagement. The company’s core values emphasize integrity, customer focus, and continuous improvement, making it a desirable place for individuals seeking a meaningful career in retail and food service.

The position available is a Bakery Associate role at the Weis Markets location at 6093 Spring Ridge Parkway. This role plays a critical part in the bakery department, directly impacting customer satisfaction and the efficiency of store operations. The associate is responsible for promoting excellent customer relations through positive interactions, assisting customers with orders, and resolving issues in a polite and professional manner. They are also tasked with decorating cakes and bakery products using various techniques and company-approved recipes, ensuring consistency and quality. The role includes operational responsibilities such as assisting the Bakery Manager with daily bakery functions, scheduling, inventory management, and maintaining food safety and quality standards. The Bakery Associate contributes to the merchandising plans and helps control departmental expenses by optimizing labor costs and minimizing waste. The position demands collaboration with co-workers and adherence to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment.

This is a full-time role with an hourly wage starting at $17.00 and up to $25.00 based on experience and qualifications. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and various voluntary insurance programs. Weis Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring an inclusive hiring process and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. This Bakery Associate role is ideal for candidates seeking to grow in a supportive environment within a large and reputable supermarket chain, offering opportunities to develop skills in customer service, bakery production, and departmental leadership.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Minimum 2 years experience in management in retail, restaurant or supermarket environment
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without accommodation
Previous decorating experience preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work
Familiarity with safety and sanitation standards in food service
Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Associate or bachelor's degree in business-related or food service-related field desirable
Minimum 2 years experience in management in retail, restaurant or supermarket environment
Previous decorating experience preferred
Ability to perform duties with or without accommodation
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work effectively in a team
Knowledge of company recipes and baking standards

Job Duties

Promotes excellent customer relations by instilling positive customer focused behavior with associates
Smiles and greets customers, answers customer questions and helps resolve customer issues promptly in a polite and professional manner
Takes customer orders over the phone or in person at the store with a pleasant and positive attitude
Decorates cakes and other bakery products using dye, specific designs or by creating custom designs
Uses variety of creams, frostings and fillings with consistent outcome
Makes icing for cakes and other related products
Adheres to company approved recipes
Assists Bakery Manager in day-to-day functions of Bakery operations such as merchandising, ad execution, associate engagement and customer service
Performs duties of Bakery Manager in their absence
Oversees department inventories by tracking weekly sales reports, product orders and supplies to ensure successful period-end physical inventory
Assists with scheduling all Bakery associates, participates in training, rewards and recognizes performance and delegates work assignments to effectively utilize talents and abilities while maximizing profits for the department
Develops and implements merchandising plans that meet financial goals
Checks and verifies all department deliveries and invoices to ensure accurate billing
Controls department expenses by improving operations and efficiencies, controls labor costs and reduces losses due to damages, spoiled product and shrink
Keeps bakery department well stocked and appealing to meet customer demand
Ensures that merchandise is fresh, in saleable condition and properly priced with the correct signage
May assist with the production of breads, pastries and other baked goods
Ensures smooth workflow within department by cooperating with co-workers and superiors
Responsible for utilization of all company provided Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)
May also be called upon to assist in other departments