BAKERY HEAD CHEF

YUNS & HOT CRUSH SDN. BHD

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Production Manager for bakery operations in Kuala Lumpur. You will lead a production team of 10+, develop and implement SOPs, manage schedules, and ensure product quality aligns with brand standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in bakery and at least 3 years in team leadership, with hands-on ability to optimise workflow, control wastage, and coordinate equipment like tunnel ovens, rotary racks and proofing cabinets.

Qualifications

5+ years of bakery industry experience.
3+ years of production team management experience.
Able to lead a production team of 10+ people.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement production SOPs to ensure consistent quality.
Create daily and weekly production plans and respond to demand.
Monitor wastage and optimize production flow and staffing.

Skills

Production management

Team leadership

Independence

Problem solving

Tools

Oven equipment (tunnel)

Rotary rack ovens

Proofing cabinets

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

5+ years of experience in the bakery industry.

3+ years of production team management experience.

Proven experience managing a production team of 10+ people.

② Production Management｜Must Be Able to Execute Independently

Able to independently develop, implement and improve production SOPs to ensure consistent product quality across different bakers.

Able to calculate raw material wastage, including flour, butter and other key ingredients, and maintain overall production wastage at ≤5%.

Experienced in operating tunnel ovens, rotary rack ovens and proofing cabinets, with the ability to identify and adjust temperature, timing and equipment variations.

Able to independently create daily and weekly production plans and respond effectively to sudden increases in production demand.

Able to optimize production flow based on products, equipment and manpower while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Able to dynamically schedule manpower according to production needs and prevent idle manpower or inefficient staffing.

Able to train and develop at least 3 key team members who can independently cover critical production positions.

Able to design simple performance management systems linked to production output and product yield.

Able to step in and solve production issues when problems occur, stabilize the team and ensure production targets are achieved.

Requirement

① Industry & Management Experience

5+ years of experience in the bakery industry.
3+ years of production team management experience.
Proven experience managing a production team of 10+ people.

② Production Management｜Must Be Able to Execute Independently

Able to independently develop, implement and improve production SOPs to ensure consistent product quality across different bakers.
Able to calculate raw material wastage, including flour, butter and other key ingredients, and maintain overall production wastage at ≤5%.
Experienced in operating tunnel ovens, rotary rack ovens and proofing cabinets, with the ability to identify and adjust temperature, timing and equipment variations.
Able to independently create daily and weekly production plans and respond effectively to sudden increases in production demand.
Able to optimize production flow based on products, equipment and manpower while maintaining quality and efficiency.

③ Team Management｜Must Have Hands-On Experience

Able to dynamically schedule manpower according to production needs and prevent idle manpower or inefficient staffing.
Able to train and develop at least 3 key team members who can independently cover critical production positions.
Able to design simple performance management systems linked to production output and product yield.
Able to step in and solve production issues when problems occur, stabilize the team and ensure production targets are achieved.

Responsibility

Production Planning: Develop and execute daily and weekly production plans based on sales forecasts, inventory levels and store requirements, including production batches and baking schedules.
Production Operations: Oversee the overall bakery production process and ensure all products are produced on time, in the required quantity and according to brand standards.
Quality Control: Maintain strict product quality standards and ensure SOPs are consistently followed. Identify and correct deviations in product quality, specifications and consistency.
SOP Development & Improvement: Develop, implement and continuously improve production SOPs to ensure consistent results across different bakers.
Capacity Management: Adjust production plans, manpower and equipment according to changes in demand, including peak periods and sudden increases in production volume.
Raw Material & Wastage Control: Monitor raw material usage, inventory, production wastage and yield, and continuously identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Equipment Management: Manage the daily operation and settings of key bakery equipment, including ovens and proofing cabinets. Identify and respond to equipment or production issues promptly.
Manpower & Shift Planning: Allocate team members and shifts according to production requirements and individual skill levels to ensure efficient manpower utilization.
Team Training & Development: Lead hands‑on training and coaching for the bakery team and develop key team members who are capable of independently handling critical production positions.
Production Performance Management: Monitor team performance through production output, yield and wastage indicators, and continuously improve productivity and product quality.
Food Safety & Hygiene: Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene and operational standards. Take immediate action, including discarding non‑compliant ingredients or products when necessary.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Take ownership of production issues involving quality, capacity, manpower or equipment, identify root causes and implement effective improvements.
Cross‑Department Collaboration: Work closely with store operations, purchasing and management teams to adjust production plans according to sales and operational needs.
New Store & Project Support: Support new store openings, product launches and production system setup, including production testing, team training and on‑site operational support.