Bakery Production Supervisor

Ottolenghi CPU; Greater London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Health & wellbeing plan

Refer a Friend bonus

Learning & development

Parental pay

Birthday treat

Workshops and demos

Staff discount

Job summary

Ottolenghi Central Production Unit on Holloway Road is seeking a talented Bakery Production Supervisor to oversee daily bakery operations and lead a busy team in a high-volume setting.

The role requires 3+ years of baking experience with supervisory responsibilities, a strong focus on quality and safety, and a collaborative leadership style. It offers a full-time schedule, competitive salary and staff benefits from Ottolenghi.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ professional baking experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of professional baking techniques, ingredients and production processes.
• Experience in a busy, high-volume bakery or food production environment.
• A solid understanding of quality standards and consistency in bakery production.
• Experience supervising, training or mentoring other team members.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety requirements.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with different teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Pride in producing high-quality food and a supportive, inclusive leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily production of the Packed Product section, ensuring on-time completion and accuracy.
• Supervise the preparation and baking of a range of bakery products following recipes and production standards.
• Maintain high standards of quality, taste, texture, appearance and consistency.
• Carry out regular quality checks on ingredients and finished products and address issues promptly.
• Lead, support and develop junior bakers and other bakery team members.
• Delegate tasks and monitor progress to ensure productivity and smooth workflow.
• Support training of junior bakers on labelling, food standards and procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure ingredients and supplies are available when required.
• Support stock rotation and minimise food waste and costs.
• Ensure bakery operations meet food safety, health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised, safe working environment.
• Check bakery equipment and report maintenance issues.
• Support staff scheduling and effective deployment of the team.
• Maintain production, inventory and waste records accurately.
• Collaborate with the wider bakery and CPU management to improve efficiency and quality.

Skills

Bakery production

Supervisory leadership

Food safety & hygiene

Quality control

Team collaboration

Organization & time management

Problem-solving under pressure

Job description

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy — but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest.

Our Central Production Unit on Holloway Road is the team that keeps every Ottolenghi venue running smoothly. Working behind the scenes, the CPU supports our restaurants and delis across the group — ensuring everything is in place so our teams can do what they do best. It's a hands-on, people-first environment, and some roles may involve travel to our sites. We are now looking for a talented Bakery Production Supervisor to join our team.

What you’ll do

• Oversee the daily production of the Packed Product section, ensuring production is completed accurately and on time.
• Supervise the preparation and baking of a range of bakery products, ensuring recipes, methods and production standards are consistently followed.
• Maintain high standards of quality, taste, texture, appearance and consistency across all finished products.
• Carry out regular quality checks on ingredients and finished products, identifying and addressing any issues promptly.
• Lead, support and develop junior bakers and other members of the bakery team, creating a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Delegate tasks effectively and monitor progress throughout the shift to ensure productivity and smooth workflow.
• Support the training and development of junior bakers, including labelling requirements, food standards and correct production procedures.
• Assist with monitoring stock levels and ensuring ingredients and supplies are available when required.
• Support effective stock rotation and help minimise food waste and unnecessary costs.
• Ensure the bakery operates in line with food safety, health and safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Carry out regular checks of bakery equipment and report any maintenance or operational issues.
• Support staff scheduling and effective deployment of the team according to production requirements.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory and waste records.
• Work closely with the wider bakery and CPU management team to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and ways of working.
• Lead by example, remaining hands-on and supporting the team during busy periods.

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years’ professional baking experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of professional baking techniques, ingredients and production processes.
• Experience working in a busy, high-volume bakery or food production environment.
• A strong understanding of quality standards and the importance of consistency in bakery production.
• Experience supervising, training or mentoring other team members.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety requirements.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with different teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Someone who takes pride in their work and has a genuine passion for producing high-quality food.
• A supportive and inclusive leadership style, with a genuine interest in helping others develop.

Working hours

• Full-time position within a 7-day operating schedule.
• Flexibility is required, including early mornings, weekends and holidays.
• The role is based in a busy production environment and involves being on your feet for extended periods.2

What we offer:

• Competitive salary from £50,000 per year.
• Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount
• Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts
• Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral
• Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses
• A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated
• Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service
• A special birthday treat to celebrate your day
• Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued

If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.