Assistant Bakery Manager-Bakery Manager Trainee

SUMMARYThe Niemann Harvest Market Assistant Bakery Manager/Bakery Manager Trainee assists in the managing of department operations including but not limited to maximizing gross margins, ensuring sales production, controlling inventory, ordering and expenses, gaining product knowledge and has the desire to become a bakery manager when training is completed. The Assistant Bakery Manager will assist the Bakery Manager in creating a positive store atmosphere for customers and a positive working environment for Associates while fostering the Niemann Harvest Market culture. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfactionLearns and uses the three E's: Engagement, Educate, EmpowermentAssists Bakery Manager with overall management of the departmentKnows use and taste of productQuality assurance checks in all areas of the departmentProperly handles and rotates productWorks within company programs, policies and procedures.Day to day operational procedures to ensure stock level, inventory, and cleanlinessPromotes sales and offers samplesTeaches, trains and develops other AssociatesFollows all Health Code guidelinesFollows all store and department policies and proceduresFollows all safety policies and procedures; is a safety role modelOther duties as assigned KEY ATTRIBUTESPassion/purposeFoodie/farmerThirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitivePeople enthusiast/outgoingGenuineGood communicator/desire to shareTrendy/funHonestTechieLeadership skillsBaking skillsCreativeIntegrityHigh Energy LevelAdaptabilityAbility to multi-taskSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with supervising Associates in the Butcher Shop in the absence of the Bakery Manager. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED);One to three months related experience and/or training;Or equivalent combination of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondenceAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit and Sales per Associate Hour.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSFood Handler's Certification as required by State Law provided at store levelRECOMMENDED EQUIPMENTSlip resistant shoes with closed toe and heelSafety CutterApronUniform per store policyPallet jackLadderStepladderAssociates may be required to use standard bakery equipment including, but not limited toKnivesOvensProofersMixerBread slicerPHYSICAL DEMANDS Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)StandWalkUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsStoopKneelCrouchCommunicate with associates and customersLift and/or move up to 25 poundsFrequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)Overhead liftingClimbBalanceLift and/or move up to 50 pounds Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)SitCrawlSmellLift and/or move up to 100 poundsVisionCloseDistancePeripheralDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colorsWORK ENVIRONMENT FrequentlyExposure to moving mechanical partsOccasionallyRisk of electrical shockWet and/or humid conditionsExtreme coldChemicals while cleaningNoise LevelModerate PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience) $18 up to $22/hour (IL Locations Only)BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)Life InsuranceVoluntary BenefitsPaid Time Off Retirement PlansEmployee Assistance Program**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time. **Position requirements may vary by store location

Created: 2026-04-02