Bakery Assistant Manager

20 hours ago

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Foodstuffs North Island Full-time NZD 55,000 - NZD 70,000/year

This is a great opportunity for an experienced bakery professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of our busy supermarket bakery.

Working closely with the Bakery Manager, you will assist with leading a team of 9, maximising sales and profitability, managing stock and expenses, and ensuring our customers enjoy an outstanding shopping experience.

This is a full-time 45 hours per week, permanent Tuesday to Saturday role, giving you Sunday and Monday off each week. As you would expect in a busy bakery, the roster includes early morning starts of 2am and 4am.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting the Bakery Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the department and team
  • Helping to ensure the department is full, fresh and appealing throughout our hours of trade
  • Supporting purchasing requirements, stock management and liaison with suppliers
  • Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance
  • Maintaining 100% price integrity within the department
  • Supporting the achievement of department sales, productivity and profit targets
  • Undertaking the duties of a Baker as required
  • Supporting, motivating and developing the team to deliver excellent customer service

What we're looking for

  • Previous bakery, food retail or FMCG experience
  • A recognised bakery qualification
  • Physically fit and able to meet the requirements of the role
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
  • The ability to lead by example in a busy retail environment
  • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Unit Standards 497, 167 and 168
  • Good numeracy skills

What we offer

You’ll be joining a friendly, hardworking team in a busy and successful supermarket environment, with the opportunity to further develop your leadership and bakery management skills.

Closing Date: once suitable candidate appointed