Assistant Bakery Manager

*Position Objective: *To assist customers in their shopping experience by leading all aspects of the bakery team in a way that not only promotes growth for the company, but also results in a team that delivers the top-notch product and service Cosentino customers have come to expect.
*Reporting Structure*: This position formally reports to the Bakery Manager.
*Status:* This is a non-exempt position.
*Knowledge* _The following is a list of any certifications, formal education, or training requirements for this position.
_ *Essential Knowledge* * A food handling permit must be obtained within the first 14 days of employment.
* Minimum of (6) months previous experience in a deli, bakery, restaurant or food service operations position is required.
* Completion of ongoing training and development as listed on the Cosentino Learning Plan.
*Non-Essential Knowledge* * A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
*Skills* _The following is a list of the basic skill requirements for this position.
_ *Essential Job Functions* * In the absence of the Bakery Manager, step in to act as the manager-in-charge of the bakery.
* Support the Bakery Manager in providing effective coaching, corrective actions, and performance evaluations to improve individual and team performance.
* Promote a positive overall team atmosphere that includes cooperation and teamwork, high morale, positive interpersonal interactions and communications, and recognition for a job well done.
* In conjunction with the Bakery Manager, provide direct supervision of the activities of all other members of the bakery team in a manner that is operationally effective, but is also motivating and respectful.
* Know and promote ads and specials to increase department sales and profits.
* Meet or exceed productivity standards to produce desired team and individual results.
* Know and implement the _Cosentino Customer Service Standards_.
* Be knowledgeable about the items in the department so you can accurately and courteously answer customer questions.
* Practice effective inventory management by counting and verifying merchandise against invoices, inspecting deliveries against for shortages, damages and quality, and utilizing cost effective ordering practices.
* Know and practice rotation procedures to ensure product dates are properly monitored.
* Ensure the department is always clean, fully stocked and creatively merchandised.
* Know, comply with, and ensure the team complies with all health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store.
* Able to operate, clean and maintain all equipment safely and competently.
* Demonstrates the strong verbal and interpersonal skills necessary for positive customer and peer interactions.
* Demonstrates the basic math and reading skills required for the position.
*Non-Essential Job Functions* * Assist the Bakery Manager in conducting effective interviews to hire the highest quality candidates for the bakery team.
* Assist the Bakery Manager in creating a schedule that effectively manages labor costs in a way that successfully balances the customer’s need for service with the company’s need to closely monitor expenditures.
* Address employee relations issues and, if needed, effectively work with the Human Resource team to resolve issues.
* Practice open communication with store management team regarding any issues in the department.
* Promote department sales by suggesting additional products, offering samples to customers, and creating visually appealing display cases and tables.
* Resolve customer complaints in a professional manner and recognize when it is appropriate to involve a member of the store management team.
* Efficiently and accurately prepare, package and label products for sale to customers.
* Quickly unload incoming shipments and neatly stock them in their designated areas without damaging merchandise.
* Support your company by completing additional tasks identified by management, assisting other stores or departments as needed and gaining new skills when necessary.
*Physical Abilities* * _The following physical movements could potentially be part of any scheduled shift and employees will be expected to perform these actions while on duty.
_ * *Essential Abilities* * Reaching overhead with both arms up to a maximum of 70 inches, twisting at the waist and lifting objects with both hands weighing up to 20 lbs.
* Pushing and pulling grocery items to the proper locations as needed, up to a peak force of 20 lbs.
* Standing and walking for long periods of time on tile, asphalt, concrete or other hard surfaces.
* Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs.
* Bending and squatting, at times all the way to floor level.
* Able to work in colder conditions of the grocery coolers and freezers.
*Non-Essential Abilities* * Climbing a ladder, possibly up to 5ft.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $17.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Paid training * Vision insurance Experience level: * 1 year Restaurant type: * Bakery * Fast casual restaurant * Quick service & fast food restaurant Shift: * Day shift * Night shift Weekly day range: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Experience: * retail food service: 1 year (Preferred) * Bakery: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: * Day Shift (Required) * Night Shift (Required) Work Location: In person