Packing Supervisor

Ryder'S Homemade Bakery; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder'S Homemade Bakery in the Exeter area is seeking a full-time packing supervisor to lead the daily packing team, manage rotas, and ensure timely production. Based at Kenn near Exeter, the role requires a drive and the ability to oversee stock, labeling, quality checks and equipment maintenance while upholding food safety standards.

The position offers full-time hours with a steady schedule and opportunities to grow within a family bakery that values craft, quality, and community connection.

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive.

Responsibilities

• Manage your daily packing team to collaboratively complete all shift duties.
• Plan and organise team rotas to ensure packing duties are completed.
• Ensure stock and orders of packing materials are at the right level.
• Follow opening, closing and shift duties and checklists as directed.
• Report shortages (or over production) as soon as possible.
• Pack and label products in a timely and accurate manner at all times.
• Make sure packing machinery and equipment is well maintained.
• Report any quality issues immediately to your manager / manager on duty.
• Report any maintenance issues to your manager / manager on duty.
• Receive and store deliveries, rotate stock, checking invoices and packing notes.
• Maintain cleanliness across all areas during set up, close down and during service.
• Monitor freshness and ensure correct use and adherence to "use-by dates".
• Accurately record and dispose of wasted product at the end of each day.
• Adhere to all food safety, health, licensing, and fire safety regulations.
• Stay informed on menu and marketing changes, supplies, and policy changes.
• Keep communal areas clean and tidy - toilets, staff kitchens, changing rooms.

Skills

Driving

Job description

Hours = Full Time

1200 - 2000 Monday to Friday with occasional Sunday work

Need to be able to drive

EX6 7UL

About The Role

Job Specific: Tasks associated with your position

• Manage your daily packing team to collaboratively complete all shift duties
• Help plan and organise team rotas to ensure packing duties are completed at all times
• Ensure stock and orders of packing materials are at the right level.
• Follow opening, closing and shift duties and checklists as directed
• Report shortages (or over production) as soon as possible
• Pack and label products in a timely and accurate manner at all times
• Make sure packing machinery and equipment is well maintained
• Report any quality issues immediately to your manager / manager on duty
• Report any maintenance issues to your manager / manager on duty
• Receive and store deliveries, rotate stock, checking invoices and packing notes
• Maintain cleanliness across all areas during set up, close down and during service
• Monitor freshness and ensure correct use and adherence to "use-by dates"
• Accurately record and dispose of wasted product at the end of each day
• Adhere to all food safety, health, licensing, and fire safety regulations.
• Stay informed on menu and marketing changes, supplies, and policy changes
• Keep communal areas clean and tidy - toilets, staff kitchens, changing rooms

Required Criteria

• Must be able to drive

About The Company

We are a third-generation family bakery with deep roots in Devon and a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality baked goods made with care.

From our bakery in Kenn near Exeter to our popular shops and cafés in Dawlish and Dawlish Warren, we serve both local communities and trade customers with a wide range of freshly baked breads, pastries, cakes and savoury products.

What makes us different is our commitment to traditional craftsmanship, fresh ingredients and genuine customer connection.

We continue to grow while staying true to our values, combining a professional approach with the warm, friendly atmosphere you would expect from a family business that truly loves what it does.

Company Culture

We believe great baking starts with great people.

That's why we've created a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued, respected and encouraged to succeed.

We work as one team, sharing knowledge, supporting one another during busy periods and celebrating achievements together.

Whether you're starting your first role in hospitality or developing a long-term career in bakery production, retail or customer service, we're passionate about helping our people build confidence and develop new skills.

We take pride in maintaining a workplace that feels welcoming, hardworking and community-focused, where passion, reliability and teamwork are recognised every day.

Company Benefits

We offer a range of benefits designed to support our team both professionally and personally.

Employees can enjoy staff discounts on our freshly baked products, ongoing training and opportunities for career progression across our bakery, cafe and retail operations.

We provide a supportive onboarding experience, hands-on learning and the chance to develop practical skills within a respected independent business.

Our team benefits from a friendly working atmosphere, flexible shift patterns where possible and the opportunity to work with passionate colleagues who genuinely care about quality and service.

We also believe in recognising commitment and hard work, creating an environment where dedicated team members can build a rewarding and long-lasting career with us.

Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, A diversity program, Discount on meals purchased , Long service recognition, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events, Company employee App

Salary

Not disclosed