Bakery Supervisor

Alexander Steele; Warwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Bakery Supervisor to support the Bakery Manager in overseeing production. The role involves supervising daily bakery operations, ensuring quality standards, and promoting a positive team environment. The ideal candidate has experience in a bakery setting, strong leadership skills, and a good understanding of food safety regulations. This hands-on position requires someone passionate about baking and product quality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bakery or food production environment.
• Experience supervising or leading a small team.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily bakery production to ensure products meet specifications.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training to team members.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Assist with production planning to meet customer orders.

Skills

Experience supervising or leading a small team

Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards

Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment

Experience in a bakery or food production environment

Education

Formal bakery or food production qualifications

Job description

Role Overview

The Bakery Supervisor will support the Bakery Manager in the day-to-day running of the production bakery. This role involves supervising and motivating members of the production team, ensuring baked goods are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. The Bakery Supervisor will be hands‑on in production while overseeing workflows, quality, and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Quality

• Supervise daily bakery production to ensure products are made to specification and quality standards
• Support the team in producing consistent, high‑quality baked goods
• Carry out regular quality checks on products during and after production
• Ensure recipes, portion control, and presentation standards are followed

Team Supervision

• Oversee and support members of the production team during shifts
• Allocate tasks and ensure production targets are met
• Provide guidance, coaching, and on‑the‑job training to team members
• Promote a positive, supportive, and productive team environment

Health, Safety & Hygiene

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation across the bakery
• Support allergen controls, traceability, and due diligence records
• Report any issues, risks, or maintenance needs to the Bakery Manager

Operational Support

• Assist with production planning to meet customer orders and deadlines
• Help manage stock levels of ingredients and report shortages
• Support continuous improvement in processes, efficiency, and waste reduction
• Step in for the Bakery Manager when required

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a bakery or food production environment
• Experience supervising or leading a small team
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• experience working with NPD teams and realeasing new products
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, hands‑on production environment

Desirable

• Formal bakery or food production qualifications
• Experience in craft or handmade bakery production

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, proactive, and well organised
• A hands‑on leader who leads by example
• Passionate about baking and product quality
• Able to motivate and support others