Sobeys Inc., a proudly Canadian company, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Bakery Manager to join our team at the McKenzie Towne Sobeys location in Calgary, Alberta.
In this full-time role, you will be responsible for the efficient and fiscally responsible operation of the bakery department, leading and developing your team to deliver exceptional customer service and high-quality bakery products.
About the Job
As a Bakery Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the bakery department, including staff management, inventory control, product presentation, and adherence to food safety protocols.
Your leadership will foster an engaging shopping experience that enhances customer loyalty, sales, and profit.
Key Responsibilities for the Bakery Manager
As the Cashier, you will oversee various aspects of department management. Your responsibilities include:
- People Leadership: Create a coaching and development culture for all employees, demonstrating outstanding leadership and serving as a role model.
- Customer Offering: Provide superior customer service, demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, and ensure products are ordered, received, organized, rotated, merchandised, and presented in accordance with company standards.
- Policy/Regulatory Adherence: Lead the implementation of all corporate policies, initiatives, and Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring compliance with OH&S, food safety, and other regulatory requirements.
- Financial Management: Ensure the department achieves all financial targets and maximizes sales and margins, including appropriate sales forecasting, variance analysis, correction, and labour cost control.
- Employee Engagement: Actively support an environment of employee engagement, initiating and leading community and charitable events and activities.
Minimum Qualifications for the Bakery Manager
To be successful in this role, candidates must have:
- Experience: Minimum 18 months of retail store experience, with a preference for bakery department experience.
- Education: High School Diploma.
- Skills: Above average communication skills (both oral and written), full knowledge of department operations, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and experience in reading and analyzing financial reports and developing and adhering to budgets.
Preferred Qualifications for the Bakery Manager
While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:
- Adaptability: Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Team-Oriented: Willingness to assist colleagues and support store operations.
- Technology Skills: Familiarity with point-of-sale systems or cash registers.
Benefits of Working at Sobeys
Sobeys offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being:
- Competitive Benefits Package: Includes health and dental coverage, life insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.*
- Virtual Health Care Platform: Access to virtual health care services.*
- Retirement and Savings Plan: Opportunities to build and enhance your savings.*
- Employee Discount: A 10% in-store discount at participating banners and access to various other discount programs.*
- Learning and Development Resources: Tools and resources to fuel your professional growth.
- Paid Vacation: To support work-life balance.
How to Apply for the Bakery Manager
To apply for this position, visit the Sobeys careers page and submit your application online.
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