Bakery Department Manager

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians provides employees a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

At Your Independent Grocer, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We have opportunities for hard working, enthusiastic and reliable people just like you.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of all aspects of the Bakery department including: ordering, merchandising, customer service, labour scheduling and other sales programs within the Department.
• Champion customer service and satisfaction through consistent application of store processes and standards.
• Execute merchandising programs including ownership for maintenance, communication and execution of store planograms and programs.
• Ensure that department budgets are met through efficient operation of the Bakery department (includes gross profit, wage cost, operational expenses and inventory) are maintained.
• Adhere to company standards and ensure that the company policies and procedures are followed.
• Responsible for all aspects of employee relations including interviewing, hiring, training and the ongoing development and motivation of the team.
• Adhere to strict cleaning schedule ensuring a high level of cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) to five (5) years experience in food retail environment.
• Previous management/leadership experience in the retail industry an asset.
• Exemplary customer relations skills.
• Courses in merchandising or business management would be an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• System skills (email, BOSS, SAP and other PC applications).

Thank you for your interest, however due to the high volume of resumes only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Posting will be removed on closing date noted above. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity or interview, please advise if you require accommodation.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team. We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our employees, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.