Harvest Market Assistant Bakery Manager at Niemann Foods – Ann Arbor, Michigan

SUMMARY

The 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 satisfaction
• Learns and uses the three E's: Engagement, Educate, Empowerment
• Assists Bakery Manager with overall management of the department
Knows use and taste of product
• Quality assurance checks in all areas of the department
Properly 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 guidelines
• Follows all store and department policies and procedures
• Follows all safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
Other duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Passion/purpose
• Foodie/farmer
• Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive
• People enthusiast/outgoing
• Genuine
• Good communicator/desire to share
• Trendy/fun
• Honest
• Techie
• Leadership skills
• Baking skills
• Creative
• Integrity
• High Energy Level
• Adaptability
• Ability to multi-task

SUPERVISORY 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, REGISTRATIONS

Food Handler's Certification as required by State Law provided at store level

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Safety Cutter
• Apron
• Uniform per store policy
• Pallet jack
• Ladder
• Stepladder
• Associates may be required to use standard bakery equipment including, but not limited to
KnivesOvensProofersMixerBread slicer

PHYSICAL 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 pounds

Frequently (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 pounds

Vision

CloseDistancePeripheralDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequently

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Occasionally

Risk of electrical shockWet and/or humid conditionsExtreme coldChemicals while cleaning

Noise Level

Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

$18 up to $22/hour

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• MI Earned Sick Time (ESTA)
• Retirement Plans
• Employee 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