091 Assistant Bakery Manager

Why Ingles:

Ingles Markets has a place for everyone! Ingles began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Find your path - growth opportunities abound, and Ingles loves to promote from within!

At Ingles, we work as a team to provide our customers with a warm, hometown shopping experience - and your role is essential to making that happen. While all associates share a variety of responsibilities, our greatest pride comes from greeting customers with a smile and offering helpful service. Join a company that values leadership, safety, and customer satisfaction. Ingles is committed to your growth, offering training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to advance your career in retail management, we’d love to hear from you!

Opportunity:

The Assistant Bakery Manager (full-time) assists the Manager in ensuring effective overall operation of the Bakery Department to achieve sales and profit goals established for the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet customers within 10 feet and answer questions promptly.
• Provide accurate product information and recommendations.
• Train staff on store procedures and operational standards.
• Prepare weekly schedules, production sheets, and supply orders.
• Manage inventory for freshness, quality, and proper stock levels.
• Address employee issues and coordinate disciplinary actions.
• Maintain clean, well-stocked, and visually appealing displays.
• Record price changes, in-store usage, voids, and spoilage accurately.
• Decorate, package, label, and price bakery products, complete special orders.
• Operate bakery equipment (oven, proofer, mixers, slicer, fryer, scale, decorating tools).
• Verify invoices and log deliveries securely.
• Submit reports and monthly inventory on time.
• Apply pricing based on margin guidelines and profit goals.
• Follow sanitation, safety, and space management plans.
• Handle damaged or spoiled goods per policy.
• Communicate clearly within the store and organization.
• Monitor hazards and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Adhere to scheduled hours and store rules.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Previous bakery experience is required.
• Food safety knowledge is required.
• Previous team management experience is a plus.
• Must be able to read and do simple math problems. 
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs especially during times of high volume and/or stress.
• Wants to be part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• 18 years of age or older.

Benefits section:

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• 401(k) with company matching
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave (FT only)
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave (FT only)
• Company paid life insurance (FT only)
• Scholarship program for High School Seniors