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Kroger

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Taylorville, IL · On-site

... manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all ... Bakery or Deli experience is helpful * Retail experience Essential Job Functions: Grocery Clerk ...

Texas Roadhouse

Baker

Springfield, IL · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

As a Baker your responsibilities would include: * Following proper sanitation guidelines * Preparing food that is up to Texas Roadhouse standards * Baking our famous fresh baked bread * Exhibiting ...

Texas Roadhouse

Baker

Springfield, IL · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

As a Baker your responsibilities would include: * Following proper sanitation guidelines * Preparing food that is up to Texas Roadhouse standards * Baking our famous fresh baked bread * Exhibiting ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for bakery manager in Springfield, IL is $20.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $23.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a bakery manager do?

As a bakery manager, your central responsibilities are to ensure your bakery is profitable and well-maintained. You assess sales reports so you can see which of your baked goods or pastry are selling well and which are not. Based on your assessments, in consultation with the bakers and owners, you make decisions about what inventory you should to stock. Your duties also include managing the front-of-house staff. You make schedules and hire and train new employees. It is useful for a bakery manager to have job experience working in a bakery as an assistant manager or a shift leader.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bakery manager?

To thrive as a Bakery Manager, you need strong knowledge of baking techniques, food safety standards, inventory management, and prior experience in food service or hospitality. Familiarity with bakery production equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and certifications like ServSafe are typically required. Leadership, organization, and excellent customer service skills help you motivate staff and create a positive environment. These skills ensure efficient operations, high product quality, customer satisfaction, and compliance with health regulations.

What are some common challenges bakery managers face in balancing production schedules with customer demand?

Bakery Managers often need to carefully forecast customer demand to ensure that fresh products are always available without overproducing and causing waste. This requires strong organizational skills and close attention to sales trends, seasonal fluctuations, and special events. Additionally, managers must coordinate staffing and inventory orders to keep production running smoothly, all while maintaining high quality and safety standards. Open communication with team members and adaptability are key to successfully meeting these challenges.
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Niemann Harvest Market Baker

Springfield, IL

Niemann Foods
Retail • 1 - 5K employees
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$20/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY

The Niemann Harvest Market Baker is responsible for producing high quality artisan baked goods and gaining product knowledge. The Baker 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
  • Reads and follows recipes
  • Produces daily pre ferments for breads
  • Produces daily dough and baked goods
  • Uses all equipment needed to produce baked goods
  • Scales, shapes, and forms bread and rolls
  • Proofs, bakes and sells bread and rolls
  • Plans next day's production
  • Follow 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
  • Baking skills
  • Understands bakers math and formula conversions
  • High energy level
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
  • Six months to one year related experience and/or training;
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
  • Ability to write reports and simple correspondence
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other Associates of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

  • Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), weights and measures

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
  • Ladders and stepladders
  • Associates may be required to use standard bakery equipment including, but not limited to
  • Knives
  • Ovens
  • Proofers
  • Mixes
  • Bread slicer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

  • Stand
  • Walk
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Stoop
  • Kneel
  • Crouch
  • Communicate with associates and customers
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

  • Overhead lifting
  • Climb
  • Balance
  • Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds        

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

  • Sit
  • Crawl
  • Smell
  • Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

  • Close
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception
  • Ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Frequently

  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Occasionally

  • Risk of electrical shock
  • Wet and/or humid conditions
  • Extreme cold
  • Chemicals while cleaning

Noise Level

  • Moderate 

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

       Min. Wage to $20/hour (IL Locations Only)

Starting pay will be based on experience, internal equity, and scope of responsibility.

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
  • Paid Time Off
  • 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

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