Bakery Store Leader: Drive Service & Profit

Chateau Gateaux (Pty) Ltd; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Château Gâteaux in Midrand is seeking a proactive Store Manager to head daily store operations, maintain stock, oversee staff, and ensure quality and hygiene standards while driving profitability.

The role requires strong people skills, detail orientation, and the ability to manage budgets and customer service. You will train staff, supervise SOPs, and ensure consistent service excellence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/Matric is required.
• Tertiary qualification in Food & Beverage is advantageous.
• 3–5 years in Food & Beverage management.
• GAAP knowledge, proficient in MS Office.
• High numeracy and staff management experience.
• Own transport.

Responsibilities

• Opening, closing and managing the store.
• Daily stocktaking and stock level maintenance.
• Maintain high customer service levels in store.
• Training staff on SOPs and new procedures.
• Ensure optimal stock levels to maximise sales.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings for daily goals.
• Maintain health and hygiene practices in store.
• Monitor budgets and drive team to targets.
• Maintain equipment via preventative maintenance.
• Daily administration and trend analysis.
• Motivate the team to achieve results.

Skills

Staff management

Interpersonal skills

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tertiary qualification related to Food & Beverage (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Château Gâteaux in Midrand is seeking a proactive Store Manager to head daily store operations, maintain stock, oversee staff, and ensure quality and hygiene standards while driving profitability.

The role requires strong people skills, detail orientation, and the ability to manage budgets and customer service. You will train staff, supervise SOPs, and ensure consistent service excellence.