Bakery Manager / Experienced Baker (Hotplate Specialist)
Location: Banbridge, BT32 3HA
Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday (Weekends & Bank Holidays Off)
Salary: £32,000 - £33,500 per year (DOE)
Windsor Home Bakery is a well-established and much-loved bakery, known for producing high-quality breads, pastries, and traditional baked goods. We are now looking for a skilled Bakery Manager / Experienced Baker with hotplate expertise to join and lead our busy team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in consistently delivering outstanding products.
About the Role
This is a dual-role position combining bakery management responsibilities with hands-on production, particularly focused on hotplate items. You will lead from the front while ensuring smooth daily operations and high product standards.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day bakery operations in line with health & safety standards
Lead, supervise, and train bakery staff
Operate and manage hotplate production (e.g. soda bread, pancakes)
Prepare and bake a range of high-quality products to company standards
Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily production targets
Maintain stock levels and order supplies efficiently
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company policies
Monitor product quality, consistency, and presentation
Support development of new products and recipes
Manage staff rotas, scheduling, and performance
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in a bakery or food production environment
Strong hands-on baking ability, including hotplate experience (preferred)
Previous supervisory or management experience
Reliable, hardworking, and detail-focused
Strong organisational and time management skills
Positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure
Passion for producing high-quality baked goods
Benefits
Competitive salary (£32,000 - £33,500 DOE)
Company pension
Life insurance
Fuel allowance
Discounted or free food
Employee/store discount
Free on-site parking
Monday to Friday working (no weekends or bank holidays)
If you're a passionate baker with leadership experience and hotplate skills, ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered.
Other suitable skills and experience include:
Bakery Manager, Bakery Supervisor, Head Baker, Bakery Team Leader, Food Production Manager, Artisan Baking, Hotplate Cooking, Staff Training & Development, Food Safety
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