Bakery Team Lead - Hands-On Leadership & Customer Service

Foodstuffs South Island; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New World Ashburton is seeking a reliable Bakery Assistant Manager to support the Bakery Manager and help lead the team to deliver quality products.

This full-time role requires early starts, hands-on leadership, and a commitment to exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. You’ll gain valuable leadership experience while building a long-term career within Foodstuffs South Island.

Qualifications

• Previous bakery, retail, or team leadership experience.
• Passion for people, quality and customer service.
• Willingness to work early mornings in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Bakery Manager to run the department and lead the team.
• Demonstrate hands-on leadership and develop others.
• Ensure high standards of quality and customer service.
• Assist with planning and daily operations of the bakery.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Education

Bakery Trade Qualification

Job description

New World Ashburton is seeking a reliable Bakery Assistant Manager to support the Bakery Manager and help lead the team to deliver quality products.

This full-time role requires early starts, hands-on leadership, and a commitment to exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. You’ll gain valuable leadership experience while building a long-term career within Foodstuffs South Island.