Senior Bakery Operations & Quality Manager

Pick n Pay; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick n Pay is seeking a Bakery Manager for the Sandton store to oversee all aspects of the Bakery Department, ensuring hygiene, safety and product quality. You will manage production, stock, and staff, driving profitability and customer satisfaction in a busy retail environment.

This role requires a qualified baker with strong leadership, planning and waste-control skills, and experience in a high-volume bakery operation within retail.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Qualified Baker – NQF Level 2 or 3 or equivalent bakery qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' bakery experience, preferably in retail.
• Minimum 3 years in Bakery Management/Supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Bakery Department to ensure efficient production.
• Plan and manage production according to sales trends and stock requirements.
• Ensure products are produced to approved recipes and quality standards.
• Monitor equipment and facilities and maintain hygiene and safety.
• Lead, coach and develop bakery staff; manage staffing and performance.
• Drive bakery sales and profitability while controlling wastage and costs.
• Maintain stock levels, implement FIFO/FEFO, and track wastage.
• Ensure accurate records and SAP transactions where applicable.

Skills

Team leadership

Production planning

Stock management

Wastage control

Food safety

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

NQF Level 2 or 3 Bakery qualification

Additional bakery qualifications

Tools

SAP

Job description

Pick n Pay is seeking a Bakery Manager for the Sandton store to oversee all aspects of the Bakery Department, ensuring hygiene, safety and product quality. You will manage production, stock, and staff, driving profitability and customer satisfaction in a busy retail environment.

This role requires a qualified baker with strong leadership, planning and waste-control skills, and experience in a high-volume bakery operation within retail.