Bakery Manager

Foodstuffs South Island Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New World in Christchurch is seeking a passionate Bakery Manager to oversee daily bakery operations, schedules, and quality control. You will lead a busy team, plan baking rosters, manage inventories and costs, and ensure friendly, high-standard customer service.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to safety and product presentation. Early mornings and weekend shifts are expected as part of supporting a vibrant Canterbury store.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bakery management or similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of bakery products and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the bakery team, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Ensure the highest standards of product quality and presentation.
• Oversee inventory management, including ordering supplies and managing waste.
• Develop and implement new bakery products and promotions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle customer inquiries and complaints.
• Monitor sales and profitability, and work towards achieving department targets.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisational skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Job description

About Us

New World is a proudly New Zealand-owned and operated supermarket chain, committed to providing our customers with the freshest and highest quality products. Our small but vibrant store in Christchurch is looking for a passionate and experienced Bakery Manager to join our team.

Job Description

As the Bakery Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our bakery department. Your role will include daily baking schedule, managing staff, ensuring product quality, maintaining inventory, achieving financial targets and providing exceptional customer service. You will also be responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the bakery team, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Ensure the highest standards of product quality and presentation.
• Oversee inventory management, including ordering supplies and managing waste.
• Develop and implement new bakery products and promotions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle customer inquiries and complaints.
• Monitor sales and profitability, and work towards achieving department targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bakery management role or similar.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of bakery products and production processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required

Days/hours of work to be discussed but early mornings and one weekend day will be expected.