Retail Baker Job Co. Wexford

BLUE FORGE RECRUITMENT; Wexford; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

25 days annual leave

Early morning shifts

Competitive Salary €38,000-€40,000

Company Pension

Career development programs

Job summary

Retail Baker Job Co. Wexford is seeking an experienced Head Baker for a busy Southeast supermarket bakery. You will lead day-to-day bakery operations, manage production, and ensure high standards of quality, food safety and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 4–6 years in bakery management, strong bread and pastry skills, and staff supervision. Early shifts, 38k–40k salary, 25-day leave, and pension are offered.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years in a busy bakery environment, supervisory or senior role.
• Experience in bakery production, food prep and daily production management.
• Strong knowledge of producing breads, cakes and pastries.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Organised, commercially minded with ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day bakery operations.
• Produce a wide range of breads, cakes, pastries to a high standard.
• Manage high-volume production while maintaining quality and freshness.
• Plan and organise daily production schedules to meet demand and minimise waste.
• Lead and train junior bakery team members.
• Maintain bakery presentation and product labelling to company standards.

Skills

Bakery management

Bread production

Pastry making

Team supervision

Food safety

Production planning

Education

Baking qualification

Job description

12th November, 2026

Retail Baker Job Co. Wexford

Blue Forge Recruitment proudly represents leading, progressive retail and FMCG companies across the country. We are delighted to assist one of Ireland's most successful supermarket chains located in the Southeast which is hiring a Head Baker to join this award-winning retail team. This is one of Ireland's most distinguished retail groups and they stand out as a premier destination for quality fresh food.

Our client is seeking an experienced and qualified Baker with 4-6 years of proven experience in bakery management, ideally within a busy retail bakery or independent bakery environment. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional with strong technical skills across bread production, pastry making and general bakery operations. Experience in managing stock and inventory, controlling waste, planning production and maintaining consistent product quality will be essential. The role requires someone who can confidently oversee a busy bakery department, manage daily production demands and maintain high standards of food safety and presentation.

This is a fast-paced and demanding position, best suited to a highly motivated, organised and commercially minded individual who thrives under pressure and takes pride in delivering quality products. This position would suit an ambitious Baker looking to take the next step in their career, gain greater management responsibility and take ownership of a busy bakery operation.

Location: Located approximately 30 minutes' drive from Gorey, New Ross and Wexford Town, making it accessible from several surrounding areas. Candidates with their own transport are preferred, as the role involves early morning shifts and reliable access to the workplace is essential.

Package and Benefits

• Staff Discount
• 25-day annual leave
• Typical early morning shifts till mid afternoon
• Competitive Salary: €38,000 - €40,000
• Co. Pension
• Career development programs

Key Responsibilities ofRetail Baker Job Co. Wexford

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the bakery department, ensuring smooth and efficient running at all times.
• Prepare and produce a wide range of fresh breads, cakes, pastries and other bakery products to a consistently high standard.
• Manage high-volume bakery production while maintaining product quality, freshness and consistency.
• Plan and organise daily production schedules to meet customer demand and minimise waste.
• Lead, support and train junior bakery team members, ensuring high standards of performance and productivity.
• Maintain excellent food presentation, merchandising and bakery display standards to maximise sales.
• Ensure all bakery products are correctly labelled, priced and presented in line with company standards.

Requirements forRetail Baker Job Co. Wexford

• Minimum of 4-6 years' experience working in a busy bakery environment, ideally in a supervisory or senior baker position.
• Proven experience in bakery production, food preparation and managing daily production requirements.
• Strong knowledge of producing breads, cakes, pastries and other baked goods from scratch or using par-baked products.
• A recognised baking qualification or professional bakery training would be an advantage.
• Previous experience leading, training or supervising a team is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of HACCP, food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet production deadlines.