Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $26.00 - $34.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
stock purchase plan
Company-paid Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Sam's Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club, dedicated to providing quality products and exceptional savings to its members. As a subsidiary of Walmart Inc., Sam's Club operates a network of wholesale clubs across the United States, serving millions of members. The company prides itself on its commitment to delivering outstanding value, innovative products, and superior customer service. Sam's Club emphasizes creating a positive shopping experience by fostering teamwork, integrity, and respect within its diverse workforce. It offers competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees.
The Bakery Department Lead role at Sam's Club is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving sales, supervising hourly associates, and maintaining the highest standards in bakery operations. This full-time role champions both operational excellence and team development while ensuring that members receive quality bakery items consistently. The Bakery Department Lead will leverage advanced knowledge of bakery production, product specifications, and backroom operations, making informed decisions to enhance productivity, product quality, and customer satisfaction.
In this role, you will lead by example as a team leader, working collaboratively with other department leaders to achieve club-wide goals. You will be expected to uphold company policies and advocate for members and associates alike, ensuring a culture of respect and inclusivity. A key responsibility is maintaining compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards while managing inventory and equipment effectively. The role also involves embracing technology by utilizing digital tools and handheld devices to optimize bakery production and team performance.
As an owner of your department, you will plan staffing and production to meet weekly volume demands while demonstrating operational rigor and attention to detail. Your leadership will extend to training and mentoring associates, helping them develop skills needed for career advancement and delivering excellent member service. Additionally, fostering an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement is essential.
Sam's Club offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $26.00 to $34.00, with additional premiums possible based on scheduling and specific duties. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, financial and retirement plans, paid time off, educational assistance through Live Better U, and several other perks designed to enhance employee satisfaction and work-life balance. The Bakery Department Lead position is based in Aurora, Colorado, and requires candidates to be at least 18 years old, with relevant bakery or supervisory experience.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated leader with strong operational skills, a passion for bakery production, and a commitment to creating a positive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a well-established company that values integrity, respect, and member-focused service. Join Sam's Club, where you can utilize your expertise to make a meaningful impact on both the business and the community it serves.
The Bakery Department Lead role at Sam's Club is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving sales, supervising hourly associates, and maintaining the highest standards in bakery operations. This full-time role champions both operational excellence and team development while ensuring that members receive quality bakery items consistently. The Bakery Department Lead will leverage advanced knowledge of bakery production, product specifications, and backroom operations, making informed decisions to enhance productivity, product quality, and customer satisfaction.
In this role, you will lead by example as a team leader, working collaboratively with other department leaders to achieve club-wide goals. You will be expected to uphold company policies and advocate for members and associates alike, ensuring a culture of respect and inclusivity. A key responsibility is maintaining compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards while managing inventory and equipment effectively. The role also involves embracing technology by utilizing digital tools and handheld devices to optimize bakery production and team performance.
As an owner of your department, you will plan staffing and production to meet weekly volume demands while demonstrating operational rigor and attention to detail. Your leadership will extend to training and mentoring associates, helping them develop skills needed for career advancement and delivering excellent member service. Additionally, fostering an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement is essential.
Sam's Club offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $26.00 to $34.00, with additional premiums possible based on scheduling and specific duties. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, financial and retirement plans, paid time off, educational assistance through Live Better U, and several other perks designed to enhance employee satisfaction and work-life balance. The Bakery Department Lead position is based in Aurora, Colorado, and requires candidates to be at least 18 years old, with relevant bakery or supervisory experience.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated leader with strong operational skills, a passion for bakery production, and a commitment to creating a positive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a well-established company that values integrity, respect, and member-focused service. Join Sam's Club, where you can utilize your expertise to make a meaningful impact on both the business and the community it serves.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- 6 months experience in a bakery production department or 6 months experience supervising a team
- ability to complete all job required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period if hired
- physical ability to perform bakery production duties
- willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
- compliance with company drug-free workplace policy
Job Qualifications
- 6 months experience in a bakery production department or 6 months experience supervising a team
- knowledge of bakery production including decorating preferred
- food handler certification preferred
- ability to train and mentor associates
- effective communication and leadership skills
- proficiency with digital tools for operational management
- ability to maintain compliance with safety and sanitation standards
- strong organizational and planning skills
- commitment to delivering excellent member service
Job Duties
- Supervises the team within the Bakery department to deliver on the business plan and contribute to the overall success of the club by communicating the goals of the department
- executes company programs adhering to policies and being an advocate for the member, the associate and the company
- works collaboratively with other team leaders to ensure the total club is meeting the members expectations
- maintains in-depth knowledge of business on the floor, backroom operations, product specifications and seasonality of product
- ensures the Bakery department meets company and regulatory standards for quality, inventory, equipment usage, production, safety, sanitation and compliance
- shares knowledge and trains the team, ensures team members possess knowledge of new products, recipes and production specifications and equips them with what they need to do their job effectively
- leverages digital tools to plan for and drive sales, improve the shopping experience and elevate associate engagement
- utilizes hand held technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, training and product quality and adopts new tools while encouraging others to use them
- drives business results ensuring commitment to operational excellence
- maintains a neat, clean and safe work area in the Bakery department
- ensures appropriate planning and staffing for weekly bakery volumes
- drives consistency in quality, food safety and company policies to support both production and member service
- maintains accurate inventory, audit and compliance standards
- produces and displays merchandise according to the merchandise layout plan
- teaches and trains the team by identifying training needs and providing necessary skills to deliver high quality products
- encourages career growth for team members and sources new talent internally and externally
- develops, communicates and implements processes and practices to meet business needs
- monitors progress and results and identifies and addresses improvement opportunities
- demonstrates promotes and supports compliance with company policies, procedures and standards of ethics and integrity
- leads and participates in teams by sharing resources, information and tools
- embraces diversity and creates a workplace where associates feel supported and connected
- acts with integrity and models Walmart values
- delivers results while putting the customer first
- makes decisions based on reliable information and balances short and long-term priorities
- drives continuous improvements and supports others through change
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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