Manager Bakery

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Leadership and people management Planning and organizing Customer service Commercial awareness Stock management Quality control Food safety and hygiene Communication Accountability Attention to detail Time management If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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Responsibilities

• To manage all aspects of hygiene and safety within the Bakery Department.
• Manages production process and stock in order to maximise gross margins and profits.
• Ensures that operating standards are maintained.
• Ability to manage staff, prepare work schedules, and monitor performance.
• Good numerical, administrative, and reporting skills.
• Manage daily bakery production and operations.
• Ensure product quality, freshness, and availability.
• Supervise, train, and motivate bakery staff.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, and stock rotation.
• Minimize waste and control operating costs.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
• Monitor sales performance and achieve sales targets.
• Ensure attractive product displays and excellent customer service.
• Maintain accurate production, stock, and waste records.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification.
• A qualification in Bakery Management, Food Technology, or a related field will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a bakery environment, preferably in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of bakery products, ingredients, baking processes, and production techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations.
• Experience in stock control, ordering, receiving, and managing wastage.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays, where required.
• Good communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Computer literacy and experience with retail systems will be an advantage.