Assistant Bakery Team Leader

Uniontown, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Giant Eagle is a leading supermarket chain known for its commitment to quality, service, and everyday value. With a strong presence in the communities it serves, Giant Eagle prides itself on creating a supportive work environment where Team Members can grow both personally and professionally. The company emphasizes nourishing life's moments, big and small, and strives to lead the way in customer satisfaction and community care. At Giant Eagle, employees are valued for their compassion, care, and respect, which truly sets the company apart from competitors. Joining Giant Eagle means becoming part of a community that supports individual growth and collective success, offering opportunities to build a meaningful career in a nurturing environment.

The Bakery Manager role at Giant Eagle is a vital leadership position within the Bakery Department, tasked with directing and managing team members while ensuring that the bakery's products and services meet the highest standards. This role involves overseeing the ordering of raw materials and supplies, managing inventory, and implementing merchandising initiatives aimed at stimulating business growth. The Bakery Manager is responsible for balancing customer satisfaction with maximizing profits, all while adhering to company policies and standards.

In this role, you will act as a leader who can step in to perform all Bakery Manager functions in their absence and possess a strong understanding of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. You will be charged with fostering communication between departments to develop effective marketing plans that meet store financial objectives. Leadership responsibilities include evaluating training programs to reduce turnover, improve efficiency, and control labor costs. Maintaining accurate records related to inventory and work processes to calculate gross profits is also essential. The position requires flexibility to work hours needed to complete tasks and demands physical capability to lift up to 100 pounds. Working in this role provides daily exposure to store activities and bakery equipment, making it a dynamic and engaging career opportunity for individuals passionate about bakery operations and customer service.

Job Requirements

at least 18 years of age
ability to lift up to 100 pounds
3 to 5 years of experience in bakery or related position
capability to work flexible hours
knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement
no high school diploma required

Job Qualifications

3 to 5 years of experience in bakery or related management position
ability to lead and manage a team effectively
knowledge of inventory management and ordering processes
strong communication skills
understanding of marketing strategies
experience with training and evaluating staff
ability to maintain accurate records
physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds
at least 18 years of age

Job Duties

perform all functions of a Bakery Manager in their absence
ability to understand and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement
provide products and services that meet or exceed customer requirements
follow all procedures to eliminate out-of-stocks, maintain presentation, increase sales, increase customer satisfaction, maintain an accident free work environment, and decrease shrink
develop and maintain communication processes with other departments to develop marketing plans
direct, oversee, and evaluate training provided by a trainer to department team members
prepare, maintain, and track records concerning inventories and work processes
manage inventories by tracking weekly reports and ordering raw materials and supplies
willingness to work the hours needed to complete tasks
work in a store with daily exposure to store activities and bakery equipment