Bakery Manager - Midland or Odessa, TX - Apply Today!
Posted on October 24, 2025
H-E-B is a prominent and successful supermarket chain known for its customer-centric approach and deep community roots. As one of the largest independently owned food retailers in the United States, H-E-B is celebrated for offering quality groceries, fresh produce, and a wide array of specialty products. The company places a strong emphasis on investing in its workforce, referred to as Partners, who are valued not only for their role but as true contributors to the organization’s growth and success. H-E-B is a partner-owned company, which means its employees have opportunities for advancement and ownership stakes, reflecting the company's commitment to fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. The culture at H-E-B is built on the principles of care for customers, innovation, and dedication to quality service and merchandise.
The Bakery Manager position at H-E-B is a vital leadership role that involves full responsibility for the direction, coordination, and assessment of the Bakery department. This role requires a strong focus on customer service, product quality, team leadership, and operational excellence. A Bakery Manager at H-E-B leads a team of Partners and ensures that the bakery meets its sales and production goals while maintaining strict adherence to food safety regulations and company policies. This position blends the art of baking with effective business management, requiring the individual to oversee product variety, inventory levels, and team performance. The Bakery Manager will also administer scheduling, order management, inventory control, and budget monitoring, ensuring that the department operates smoothly and profitably.
Candidates in this role must demonstrate a passion for results, a deep commitment to customer satisfaction, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic retail environment. The ideal candidate has a background in baking, preferred certification such as a Certified Bakery Expert or equivalent, and leadership experience in team supervision, training, and operational management. H-E-B seeks candidates with excellent communication and organizational skills who are enthusiastic about coaching and developing their teams.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a leader in the supermarket industry with a unique partner-ownership model that rewards dedication and outstanding performance. Upon meeting eligibility, the Bakery Manager has the chance to become an Owner in the company, reinforcing H-E-B’s philosophy that its greatest resource is its People. The position demands adaptability to fast-paced retail environments, ensuring high standards for production, sanitation, and customer service are consistently met. Additionally, the Bakery Manager contributes to strategic initiatives by implementing merchandising programs, driving sales, and managing shrink and inventory levels effectively.
Working as a Bakery Manager at H-E-B means you are part of a vibrant team that values innovation, commitment, and community. The company encourages continuous learning and professional growth through comprehensive training programs like the School of Retail Management (SORM) and the School of Retail Leadership (SORL). This role is perfect for those who thrive in leadership, enjoy working with people, and want to make a significant impact in a retail bakery operation that is both challenging and rewarding.
                - Three or more years of leadership experience
 - Certified Bakery Expert or equivalent preferred such as Retail Bakery Association-Certified Master Baker
 - Completion of or commitment to complete H-E-B School of Retail Management (SORM) training
 - Food safety certification
 - Forklift or power jack training
 - Ability to function in a fast-paced retail environment
 - Ability to stand and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
 - Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, kneel, squat, reach overhead, and side to side throughout the shift
 - Possess hand and finger dexterity
 - Ability to safely maneuver around moving mechanical parts
 - Ability to work regularly in a cooler environment and occasionally in extreme cold
 - Ability to work in extreme heat from ovens and fryers
 - Availability to work extended hours and varying schedules including weekends and nights as dictated by the business