Bakery Department Manager - Jobs in Bathurst

Job Description

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.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 unique position as one of the country #39;s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.At Atlantic Superstore, 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. What you #39;ll do:Department Manager (permanent full time) - Bakery - Supporting the Bathurst Market Superstore #357 - In this role, you will be responsible for the fresh prepared breads and baked goods as well as the commercial breads program in conjunction with the assigned food areas within the store. As part of our Management Team, you will be a mentor and leader, developing your team through succession planning initiatives, supporting our Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence (CORE) Values. Part of your responsibility as a Department Manager will include weekly rotational responsibilities/ participation as part of our Manager on Duty rotation.No Previous Bakery, Retail, Food Service or Management ExperienceAt Loblaw, we offer a comprehensive training program to the successful applicant. While the successful applicant may benefit from having Food Service/Restaurant or Retail Store Experience or previous experience leading/managing a team, we are on the lookout for a candidate willing to learn and take on a new career in Retail.What You #39;ll Do:To direct and supervise all Bakery staff to secure efficient in stock position and courteous customer serviceEnsure productivity within all areas is efficient, achieving expectations within each department.To respond immediately to any customer inquiries, requests and complaints, ensuring courteous customer relations at all timesTo maximize sales and gross profit, ensuring sales’ goals and budgets are metTo hire all part-time staff and train new employeesTo support and schedule all colleagues ensuring compliance with our scheduling practices and the strict control of wage costsTo interpret and administer Company policy and ensure compliance with the Employee GuidelinesResponsible for maintaining the condition of all service counters, cake case, production areas and offices (5 #39;s standards)To ensure the safety and sanitation and overall conditions of the sales floor, back shop, coolers, freezers for each departmentWhat You #39;ll Need:Flexibility to work a variety of hours which include days, evenings, and weekendsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAccept responsibility for department metrics, leadership and colleague engagement.Three to five years’ experience in the bakery/ retail service industry considered beneficialPrior management experience considered beneficialGrade 12 Diploma (GED or equivalent)Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a periodic basis and stand for extended periods of time in a production environment.Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillarsEnvironment, Sourcing and Communityand we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas.Our CORE ValuesCare, Ownership, Respect and Excellenceguide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture.We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefitsthese are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’sBest Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employersamp; Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.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 colleagues, 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.Please Note:Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.