Department Manager

7 months ago


Waterloo, Canada Your Independent Grocer Full time

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians provides employees a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Your Independent Grocer, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We have opportunities for hard working, enthusiastic and reliable people just like you.

Responsible for day to day management of all aspects of the Bakery department including baking, ordering, merchandising customer service and labor scheduling.

Promote and support excellent customer relations in a professional manner.

Meet financial targets and increase sales through effective merchandising techniques, suggestive selling and attractive displays.

Ensure achievement of the departmental budget through an emphasis on maximizing gross profit and managing wage costs, operational expense and inventory/shrinkage.

Provide leadership to staff through delegation of work and scheduling, ongoing training, and promotions of a harmonious work environment.

Adhere to strict cleaning schedule ensuring a high level of cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Adhere to company standards and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed.

Responsible for aspects of employee relations including interviewing, hiring, training and the on-going development and motivation of the team.

Other duties and assignments as required.

Five years experience in a food retail environment.

Opening shift, closing and weekend shifts.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our employees progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

**Please Note**:
**NOTE**: The Employer noted in this posting is an independently owned corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “Your Independent Grocer” trademark(s) by Loblaws Inc. Applicants hired by a franchisee will be employees of the franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Loblaws Inc. or its affiliates.



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