Bakery Support - Plum Market Corporation

Join the Plum Market Team – Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers.

At Plum Market, our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members.

Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve. From our dedicated Team Members and valued Customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.

Grow Your Passion – Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.

Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.

Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.

Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!

Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.

Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace – it’s a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Description

The Bakery Support role supports Plum Market Stores by contributing and executing promotional and merchandising strategies for the Bakery Department as directed by the Vice President of Grocery, Apothecary and Bakery Departments. This role ensures consistent standards across locations by maintaining product presentation, pricing integrity, inventory health, and promotional execution. The Support role models exceptional Guest Service, coaches and trains Bakery Team Members, and partners with Store Leadership to drive sales, margin, and a best‑in‑class shopping experience.

Who you are

Passionate about Baked Goods, quality ingredients, sustainability, and local products; eager to learn and grow.

A Guest‑first leader who models Plum Market service standards and sets the tone on the sales floor.

Inclusive and team‑oriented—creates an environment where everyone feels welcome and heard.

Detail‑driven with a strong visual eye for merchandising, organization, and store standards.

Confident and constructive—comfortable giving feedback, coaching, and following up to completion.

Adaptable and energized by travel, resets, and supporting new store openings.

What you will bring

2+ years of successful experience as a Team Leader, Buyer, or equivalent retail leadership role (preferred).

Working knowledge of merchandising best practices including planograms, shelf sets/resets, and promotional execution.

Ability to analyze department performance (sales, margin, shrink, inventory turns) and take action to improve results.

Strong organization, time‑management, and follow‑through skills; able to manage multiple locations and priorities.

Clear verbal and written communication skills; comfortable partnering with Store Leadership and Support Office teams.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office apps (Outlook, Excel, Word) and comfort learning store systems/technology.

Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Willingness and ability to travel between Plum Market locations based on business needs.

Stand and walk on the sales floor for extended periods (up to 4 hours without a break).

Bend, reach, and stoop to stock and face product; climb ladders and step stools safely.

Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted; push/pull carts up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

Work in a fast‑paced retail environment with frequent movement between backroom and sales floor.

What you will do

Execute Bakery promotional and merchandising standards across assigned stores, including shelf sets, resets, seasonal changes, and display execution.

Maintain pricing integrity by auditing invoices and by ensuring accurate tags/signage and resolving discrepancies in partnership with store teams.

Support inventory health by coaching on ordering practices, managing backstock, reducing shrink, and maximizing turns.

Develop and assist in writing SOPs and training documents.

Partner with the Department Support Group to plan category reviews, new item introductions, and promotional rollouts.

Conduct store walks and audits; document opportunities, provide clear action plans, and follow up to completion.

Train and coach Bakery Team Members on Guest Service, product presentation, and Plum Market merchandising standards.

Collaborate with Store Leadership to prioritize workload, support staffing/training needs, and elevate department performance.

Support new store openings and special projects, including pre‑opening shelf sets, merchandising execution, and team onboarding.

Uphold all Plum Market policies, safety practices, and standard operating procedures.