Department Manager I, Bakery

What you’ll do:

- Engage and interact with member-owners and customers to provide outstanding Co-op experiences.

- Lead the bakery team in delivering outstanding Co-op experiences through high-quality baked goods and exceptional customer service.

- Support and supervise daily operations, including food preparation, receiving, inventory, and merchandising.

- Motivate and engage team members to ensure a positive, productive, and inclusive work environment.

- Monitor and meet department goals related to sales, margin, and shrink through efficient planning and execution.

- Ensure compliance with Alberta Food Safety regulations, sanitation standards, and temperature log requirements.

- Promote and model safe food handling practices and workplace cleanliness.

- Provide training, coaching, and performance management to team members while supporting their development and growth.

- Lead annual planning, goal setting, budgeting, and talent management processes.

- Oversee administrative duties and scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.

- Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.

- Demonstrate behaviours and actions that align with and strengthen North Corridor Co-op’s vision, mission, and values.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

We need you to lead outstanding Co-op experiences.

Who you are:

- You have at least 3 years of experience in bakery or retail management, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. While three or more years is preferred, we’re open to interviewing candidates with less experience—provided they have relevant Bakery or Food Management experience, which is essential.

- Red Seal Baker certification is considered a strong asset. While not required, candidates with this designation will be given strong consideration.

- You’re a proven leader who builds engaged, motivated teams in a dynamic, multigenerational environment.

- You’re organized, results-oriented, and focused on achieving operational goals.

- You’re familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and digital file management.

- You demonstrate honesty, reliability, and a strong work ethic in everything you do communities we serve.

Who we are:

Here at North Corridor, we provide meaningful and rewarding careers with the ability to learn and advance. Whether you are starting your career, looking to re-enter the workforce, or looking for a new career opportunity, we welcome all applicants. We respectfully acknowledge that we do business on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional meeting grounds and gather place for our Indigenous neighbours and the homeland of the Metis. At North Corridor, we embrace diversity and inclusion in an environment that promotes our values of Instills Trust, Collaboration and Customer Focused. North Corridor Co-op proudly delivers outstanding customer service experiences to over 14,000 members from 5 different locations in communities (Boyle, Thorhild, Redwater, Athabasca, & Grassland).

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

- Industry competitive compensation

- Full Benefits plan available for team members working 24 hours or more per week

- Company matched pension plan for eligible team members

- Team Member Discount Program

- Team Member Appreciation Incentives and Bonus Potential

- Mental Health and Wellness Support Programs

- Professional Development and Training Opportunities

- Community Volunteerism Recognition Program