Tessa Hughes

Assistant Bakery Manager @The Fresh Market

Northbrook, IL, US

Supervise and trained a team of 8 bakery associates, improving productivity and guest service through consistent coaching and hands-on leadership- Reduce shrink by 24% and improved inventory accuracy by streamlining order guides, enforcing rotation standards, and proactively managing stock levels- Utilize handheld tech to track production, analyze sales trends, and adjust planning in real time—resulting in a 12% increase in bakery department sales over five months- Deliver over 100 hours of in-store and platform-based training, supporting team growth and reducing turnover by mentoring entry-level staff into leadership-ready roles- Maintain compliance with all company and health regulations, passing internal audits with 98%+ scores and upholding consistent food safety and sanitation standards- Collaborate with department leads to support weekly planning in bakery sales, ensuring alignment with merchandising plans and customer satisfaction goals.

Elgin Community College

Associate in Arts

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science - BS