Assistant Manager

Edge Recruits; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and supportive team at a forward-thinking bakery redefining community engagement. As an Assistant Bakery Manager, you will inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service and craft award-winning food. With a focus on personal growth and high performance, you will play a crucial role in establishing the bakery as a local cornerstone. Enjoy comprehensive training, a competitive bonus scheme, and a range of benefits including generous holiday allowances and health services. This is your chance to shine in a role that nourishes both the community and your career.

Benefits

50% discount on food and drink

Up to 33 days of holiday

Reward schemes for discounts

Access to a Hardship Fund

Employer-funded health services

Healthcare cash plan

Paid day off for your birthday

Membership in a shareholder fund

Company Sick Pay

Competitive bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in a bakery or café.
• Experience managing and motivating a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver industry-leading service and craft exceptional food.
• Maximize sales by leveraging team strengths and meeting financial KPIs.

Skills

Customer Service Experience

Team Management

Financial KPI Management

Job description

Assistant Bakery Manager

Outstanding to Work For - Accredited by Best Companies
Full-time hours

Can you inspire your team to deliver industry-leading customer service while creating simple, boldly made food?

Our client is redefining what a bakery can be. At their heart, they are about people and being a cornerstone of the local community. Their purpose? To nourish and inspire.

As Bakery Manager, you will:

• Embed a "High-End Bakery" mindset within the team.
• Support and develop your team's personal growth.
• Establish the bakery as the heart of the local community.
• Inspire your team to deliver industry-leading service every time.
• Drive a culture of high performance through team engagement and motivation.
• Consistently meet financial KPIs and take ownership of controllable costs.
• Train and coach team members to meet brand standards.
• Craft exceptional coffee and prepare award-winning food.
• Maximize sales by leveraging your team's strengths and placing them in the right roles.

Requirements:

• Customer Service Experience: Previous experience in a customer-facing role is essential, ideally within a bakery, café, or similar food-related environment.
• Team Management: Proven experience in managing and motivating a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Stable Work History: A consistent employment record spanning at least the past five years is required.
• Location: Applicants must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the job location.

You will receive comprehensive training through their Rise and Shine Programme, designed to empower you and help you shine in your role.

Benefits:

• 50% discount on food and drink.
• Up to 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
• Reward schemes offering discounts and savings on top brands.
• Access to a Hardship Fund for financial support during tough times.
• Employer-funded health and wellbeing services, including a 24/7 GP line, Employee Assistance Program, and discounted gym memberships.
• Healthcare cash plan covering optical and dental treatments.
• Paid day off for your birthday.
• Membership in a shareholder fund (service-dependent).
• Company Sick Pay.
• A competitive bonus scheme tied to bakery performance.
• And more!

Values:

Our client is built on values that set them apart: Keep it Simple, Be Yourself, and Aim Higher.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Take this opportunity to join a vibrant and supportive team. Apply now and lead the way in redefining the bakery experience!

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