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Smith's Food and Drug

BAKERY/DEPT LEADER

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Healthcare coverage
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Financial Coaching
associate discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
training programs

Job Description

Smith's Food and Drug, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a leading supermarket chain that merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. With over 140 stores serving communities throughout Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, Smith's proudly stands as part of the Kroger family of companies, dedicated to bringing exceptional food experiences to customers. Smith's is committed to fostering diverse teams driven by a passion for food and people, all united under the company's core purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. This mission not only reflects a commitment to quality and service but also emphasizes the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Effective communication skills
  • Knowledge of basic math
  • Ability to handle stressful situations
  • Current food handlers permit once employed

Job Qualifications

  • High school education or equivalent
  • Management experience
  • Bakery experience

Job Duties

  • Promote trust and respect among associates while communicating company, department, and job specific information
  • Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals
  • Establish performance goals for department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets
  • Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation
  • Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process
  • Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
  • Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated
  • Inform customers of bakery specials and recommend bakery items
  • Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department
  • Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment and offer product samples
  • Provide customers with fresh products in correct portion sizes to prevent shrink
  • Use all equipment in bakery such as refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines
  • Partner with store management to develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results
  • Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor
  • Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads and inform associates
  • Monitor and control expenses for the department
  • Assist store management in preparing the store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action
  • Schedule routine price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs
  • Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process
  • Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines including proper food preparation, temperature maintenance and recording
  • Reinforce safety programs
  • Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying needed repairs
  • Notify management of customer or employee accidents
  • Report all safety risks, illegal activities, including robbery, theft or fraud
  • Work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
  • Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
  • Perform essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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