Bakery Manager

The Fresh Market is a well-established grocery retail company located in Avon Park South, Connecticut. This company is known for its commitment to making everyday eating extraordinary for its guests by providing high-quality, fresh products and exceptional customer service. The Fresh Market prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both customers and employees, fostering a culture that values teamwork, diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a strong emphasis on quality and guest satisfaction, The Fresh Market continuously strives to exceed expectations by offering a wide range of fresh produce, specialty meats, baked goods, and other grocery items sourced from trusted suppliers. The company supports its employees with competitive wages, various benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

The role being offered is that of a Bakery Manager, a key leadership position within The Fresh Market that involves overseeing the bakery department’s operations. This managerial role is responsible for directing team members, managing inventory, ensuring pricing integrity, and maintaining operational processes with great attention to detail. The Bakery Manager will lead a fast-paced team, ensuring efficient and effective performance that aligns with the company’s high standards for quality and guest service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence and an ability to motivate and coach team members to deliver outstanding results. The Bakery Manager will also play an important role in the daily preparation of specialty breads, pastry items, and meal solutions offered by the bakery department.

This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $22.08 to $27.60 per hour and requires a flexible schedule, including the availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. The Fresh Market invites candidates who are committed to upholding the company’s mission and values while leading the bakery team to success. The environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring strong leadership skills, operational knowledge, and the ability to engage and train team members through both on-the-job experiences and the company’s internal training platform. In addition to its commitment to excellent guest service, The Fresh Market is dedicated to supporting employee well-being through a comprehensive package of benefits and wellness programs designed to enhance both financial and personal health.

By joining The Fresh Market team, employees gain access to various exclusive benefits such as a 30% team member discount, early earned wage access allowing up to 50% of earned wages to be accessed on-demand each pay period, and participation in the company’s 401K with contributions and matching. The Fresh Market also offers financial wellness programs, personal and additional time off purchase plans, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for employees and their families. Furthermore, discounts on pet insurance, daycare services, and event tickets are among the available perks, reflecting The Fresh Market’s dedication to a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Overall, this Bakery Manager position at The Fresh Market provides an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with management experience in retail, culinary, or baking to take on a leadership role in a company committed to excellence and inclusivity. The role promises a challenging yet rewarding career path where personal growth and team success are equally prioritized.