About the Role
We are looking for a Seasonal Shift Manager to join our production team on a 3 month Fixed Term Contract to support operations during our peak trading period.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a shift within our bakery production facility. You will lead and support a team in the preparation, baking and packing of bakery products, ensuring they consistently meet our quality, food safety, and performance standards.
The successful candidate will ensure production targets are achieved, maintain high standards of hygiene and health & safety compliance, coordinate workflow across the shift, and provide clear direction and support to team members to drive efficiency and consistency throughout the contract period.
About Us
Four Anjels are a fast-growing bakery business in the food service and premium retail sector. We supply a range of the highest quality artisan sweet bakery treats. Our small, dynamic team works together collaboratively with a drive for results and a shared passion for quality.
Four Anjels is part of the Olidor Group, a growing portfolio of companies within the food industry. The Olidor Group also includes Brusco Food Group, an industry expert in ingredients supply, Karimix, a specialist worldwide inspired sauce producer, and The Original Baker, a producer of premium artisan baked goods.
What You'll Be Doing
* Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of a designated production shift.
* Lead, motivate, and support the Production team to deliver against agreed KPIs and company targets.
* Plan and coordinate labour and resources to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
* Monitor shift performance, resolve operational issues promptly, and escalate where necessary.
* Ensure all products are prepared, baked, finished, and packed to the highest quality standards.
* Maintain full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and BRC requirements.
* Complete accurate production records and ensure all documentation is up to date.
* Promote high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and a positive team culture throughout the shift.
What You Bring
* Proven line management experience in a food manufacturing environment, ideally in a bakery setting.
* Strong understanding of health and safety, food safety and BRC requirements, with experience maintaining compliance in a production environment.
* A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to build trust, motivate teams, and drive performance from day one.
* Highly organised, with the ability to plan effectively and achieve high levels of output.
* Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
* Strong numeracy, literacy and IT skills, with an eye for detail.
* Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving.
* Ability to remain calm and logical in a fast-paced production organisation.
Hourly Rate: Competitive rate of pay
Contract: 3 Month Fixed Term Contract
Shifts Available Onsite: Monday – Friday, 2pm – 10pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Cheltenham GL52 8TW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Do you have management experience in a food production environment?
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person