Bakery Assistant Manager
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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