Trainee Bakery Manager-Durban North

Pick n Pay Stores Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Durban is seeking a Trainee Bakery Manager to maximize bakery operations and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The role requires at least 3 years of baking experience, a Matric certificate, and good communication skills. Responsibilities include managing stock, production, and staff compliance. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a dynamic team in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Baker experience required.
• Experience as a Baker / Bakery Supervisor preferred.
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources effectively to maximize turnover.
• Ensure adherence to standards, processes, and policies.
• Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Achieving results through others

Planning, organizing, and following up on activities

Customer orientation

Effective communication skills

Business mindedness

Education

Matric / Grade 12

NQF 3 Bakery qualification

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Bakery Manager - Durban North

Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: August 18, 2025

Job Overview

To manage resources effectively to maximize turnover and minimize shortages. Ensure adherence to standards, processes, and policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• Preferably NQF 3 Bakery qualification
• Experience as a Baker / Bakery Supervisor
• Minimum of 3 years Baker experience
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned
• Position requires transferability between stores

Competencies

• Achieving results through others
• Planning, organizing, and following up on activities
• Adherence to standards and policies
• Customer orientation
• Effective communication skills
• Business mindedness

Key Responsibilities

• Merchandising management and quality checks
• Executing plano guide and handling products per SOP
• Producing products according to recipes
• Preparing the department for trade
• Managing stock, waste, and hygiene standards
• Monitoring promotional activities
• Maintaining cleanliness and stock rotation

Food Safety & Hygiene

• Maintaining hygiene and housekeeping standards
• Monitoring food safety and health standards
• Implementing cleaning schedules and recording checklists

Customer Service Management

• Responding to customer requests and queries
• Ensuring equipment and standards are maintained

Staff Management

• Communicating with staff and setting targets
• Handling non-compliance issues
• Attending regional meetings and coaching staff

Administration & Systems

• Maintaining equipment and general standards
• Monitoring waste and turnover
• Managing stock levels using SAP and Excel
• Processing IDTs and waste
• Regularly checking electronic communications

Closing date: August 16, 2025