We’re looking for an experienced Bakery Production Manager to join Ottolenghi’s Central Production Unit and take a leading role in overseeing the daily operations of the bakery department, ensuring the efficient production of high-quality baked goods, managing inventory, and leading a team of bakers and support staff. You will play a key role in maintaining food safety standards, implementing recipes, and staff welfare. Additionally, you will be involved in scheduling, and fostering a positive work environment What you’ll do · Lead, train and develop a high‑performing bakery team, creating a positive, inclusive and supportive environment. · Empower your team through clear delegation, fair processes, and a culture that celebrates teamwork, creativity, and excellence. · Oversee daily production schedules to meet demand across Ottolenghi sites and the webstore, including key seasonal peaks. · Maintain exceptional quality across all products — taste, appearance, consistency, and presentation. · Ensure full compliance with food safety, CCP policies, and safe supplier standards. · Manage stock levels, ingredient rotation, and inventory systems to minimise waste and maintain efficiency. · Collaborate with the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen on new product trials, launches, and improvements. · Partner with our delis and webstore teams to ensure smooth fulfilment, accurate labelling, and great service. · Maintain equipment, uphold cleaning and sanitation standards, and troubleshoot operational issues. · Support with rota planning, onboarding, performance management, and team welfare. · Track production metrics, manage budgets, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. What we’re looking for: · 3 Years in a Management role within high volume & quality led food production such as a Central Purchasing Unit or large-scale kitchen · Strong knowledge of large-scale bakery operations · Deep understanding of baking techniques, ingredient formulations and production workflows Key Skills: · Strong People Management Skills · Strong organisational skills · Proficient in IT systems for inventory management, production scheduling and reporting · Strong numerical and administrative capability · Ability to multitask in fast passed environment · Ability to work under pressure and problem solve · Passion for continuous improvement Working hours: · 5 shifts per week within our 7-day operating schedule · Flexibility required, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays What we offer: · Comprehensive health benefits and staff meals during shifts · Career development and tailored training opportunities · English language courses, if required · Enhanced parental pay, and birthday treat · Refer a friend bonus and staff discounts · Workshops & demos in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen · Wellness support and a friendly, supportive team If you’re an experienced bakery leader with a passion for great food and a drive to support and develop others, join Ottolenghi’s CPU team and help us deliver exceptional baked goods every day!