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Bakery Coordinator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
premium pay
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
scholarship program
Wellness Program

Job Description

Wegmans is a renowned supermarket chain celebrated for its commitment to quality, customer service, and a superior shopping experience. Established with a mission to help customers live healthier, better lives through food, Wegmans has expanded into one of the most respected names in the grocery industry. Known for its extensive product selection, expert staff, and community involvement, Wegmans consistently ranks among the top employers and best companies to work for, including frequent recognition on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list. The company prides itself on fostering a people-first culture, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and numerous opportunities for growth and development for its employees. With a focus on high-quality fresh foods, including bakery items, Wegmans maintains a strong reputation for innovation as well as tradition within its departments, making it a destination for customers seeking fresh, healthy, and delicious food options.

The Bakery department coordinator at Wegmans plays a pivotal role in the overall success of the bakery section. This position requires a passionate individual who has a keen interest in food, superior customer service skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. The coordinator works collaboratively with a team across all areas of the bakery to provide fresh, great tasting baked goods to customers. The role is dynamic and involves maintaining the department’s appearance, ensuring fresh product availability, merchandising items attractively, and managing inventory with attention to seasonal and market trends.

In this role, the Bakery department coordinator must possess an in-depth understanding of bakery products, their preparation standards, and how to display them to maximize appeal and sales. The coordinator is also responsible for proactively engaging with customers, assisting them in finding the right products, offering suggestions for meal solutions, and addressing any questions. Adherence to production guides, core recipes, and quality techniques ensures products consistently meet Wegmans’ high standards. Additionally, the position involves supporting inventory control processes and assisting in ordering to manage shrinkage effectively.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy teamwork, customer interaction, and working within a creative and fast-moving environment. It offers an opportunity to be part of a supportive, values-driven company that prioritizes employee wellness and personal growth. Wegmans provides a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, premium pay for overtime and holidays, health care coverage, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, educational scholarships, and programs promoting emotional and financial wellness. If you are passionate about bakery products and eager to contribute to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional food experiences, the Bakery department coordinator role at Wegmans offers a rewarding and enriching career path.

Job Requirements

  • customer service experience
  • experience ordering products and controlling inventory
  • experience working in a bakery

Job Qualifications

  • customer service experience
  • experience ordering products and controlling inventory
  • experience working in a bakery

Job Duties

  • possess an understanding of the products offered in the department
  • maintain the overall appearance of the department, ensure fresh product and levels are sustained, items are well-merchandised in innovative, eye-appealing displays and stocked in correct locations, while recognizing seasonal, holiday and weather effects on product sales
  • proactively approach customers, assist them in locating products throughout the department, provide suggestions for meal solutions, and answer any questions they may have about products
  • understand how products look/smell at peak of perfection, ensure use of production guides, job aids, core recipes, and techniques to provide a consistent and quality outcome
  • assist in ordering and inventory processes, utilizing order guides to help control inventory and shrink

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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