Bakery Manager in Banbridge

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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