Bakery Department Leader

Job overview

The Bakery Department Leader role is onsite in Hampton, VA. Compensation is $20.55–$24.45 per hour. The role supports Kroger’s bakery department and its customer-service and sales goals. The leader directs department activities, develops associates, and manages scheduling, inventory, expenses, and food-safety practices. The work helps maintain product quality and availability while creating a welcoming customer experience.

What you'll do

• Direct, support, and supervise bakery department functions
• set performance goals and schedule associates
• train and develop associates
• assist customers with bakery products
• prepare bakery items and samples
• maintain product freshness and food safety
• manage inventory, price changes, expenses, and department planning
• inspect equipment and report safety or maintenance issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bakery department leader

hampton va

kroger

bakery

department leadership

associate training

customer service

food safety

inventory

scheduling

$20.55–$24.45/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Department leadership combines associate development, customer service, bakery preparation, inventory, and food-safety oversight.

About the employer

Kroger - Virginia is hiring for this role. Industry: Department Stores. Sector: 45.