Bakery Manager

The Fresh Market is a specialty grocery store chain committed to providing customers with high-quality, fresh, and unique food products that enhance everyday eating experiences. Established as a trusted name in grocery retail, The Fresh Market prides itself on offering an extraordinary shopping environment featuring premium food selections, including fresh produce, artisanal baked goods, meats, cheeses, and prepared meals. The company places strong emphasis on customer service, quality, and community engagement, ensuring every guest’s visit is both enjoyable and satisfying. As a full-time employer, The Fresh Market values its team members by providing a supportive work environment paired with competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

The Bakery Manager role at The Fresh Market is a pivotal leadership position within the store's bakery department. As the Bakery Manager, you will take the helm in guiding team members and stewarding all aspects of bakery operations. This includes managing inventory, maintaining pricing integrity, overseeing merchandise presentation, and executing operational processes with precision and attention to detail. The role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for excellence, ensuring the delivery of outstanding bakery products and services to guests.

You will lead a team responsible for preparing, handling, and merchandising a variety of specialty breads, pastry items, and Convenient Meal Solutions throughout the day. This involves coordinating ordering schedules, controlling shrink and damage, and making sure stock rotation standards are rigorously followed. The Bakery Manager will also be responsible for coaching, training, and motivating team members both on-the-job and through The Fresh Market’s internal training platforms. The focus on guest service, safety, and teamwork is paramount.

In this role, guest interaction is critical; you will greet and assist guests proactively with friendly and accurate service, make product recommendations, and accommodate special requests. Your leadership will directly impact the bakery’s operational success and customer satisfaction. The Bakery Manager position requires flexibility to work various shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays. This is a full-time position essential to the store’s daily operations.

The Fresh Market also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including a 30% team member discount, early wage access options, 401K with company matching contributions, and a financial wellness program. Additional benefits include paid personal time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for employees and their families, as well as discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and other services. The Fresh Market is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer offering reasonable accommodations to support employees' needs.