Bakery Operations Leader: Fresh, Safe, Budget‑Smart

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

PAK’nSAVE New Plymouth is seeking a Bakery Manager to lead the department, optimise buying, drive operations, and reduce waste while delivering world-class pastry, sweet and yeast ranges for Taranaki.

The role is hands-on, part of the management team, and focuses on systems, processes, and leadership to inspire a high-performing bakery team. Competitive salary and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of achieving financial budgets.
• Proven track record of hitting targets and KPIs.
• Experience in recruitment and developing winning teams.
• Experience developing effective systems and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with the in-store team.
• Negotiate best deals with supplier representatives for the New Plymouth community.
• Support and develop the Baker Apprenticeship program.
• Lead Food Safety policy and procedures with excellence.
• Provide a food offer that aligns with our price promise for customers.
• Collaborate with the Fresh Foods Manager and store team to hit performance goals.

Skills

Financial budgeting

Targets & KPIs

Recruitment & team development

Systems & processes

Goal setting & achievement

Strategy & execution

Change management

Flexibility & adaptability

Leadership development

Culture development

Education

Qualified Baker or bakery production expertise

Job description

PAK’nSAVE New Plymouth is seeking a Bakery Manager to lead the department, optimise buying, drive operations, and reduce waste while delivering world-class pastry, sweet and yeast ranges for Taranaki.

The role is hands-on, part of the management team, and focuses on systems, processes, and leadership to inspire a high-performing bakery team. Competitive salary and growth opportunities offered.