Manager Bakery

<p style="text-align:left"><span>It&#39;s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they&#39;re doing!</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Pick n Pay Hypermarket Moffett is looking for an energetic, hands-on, and results-driven Bakery Manager to lead our Bakery Department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and is passionate about producing quality products while driving operational excellence and commercial success.<br><br>As Bakery Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring our customers enjoy fresh, high-quality bakery products every day while leading a team committed to excellence.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><span>Matric (Grade 12)</span></p><p><span>Preferably an NQF Level 3 Bakery Qualification</span></p><p><span>Minimum 3 - 5 year&#39;s experience as a Baker, Bakery Supervisor, or Bakery Manager</span></p><p>Minimum 1 to 3 year&#39;s experience in a bakery supervisor, or management role</p><p><span>Strong understanding of bakery production, food safety, and stock management</span></p><p><span>Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills</span></p><p><span>Ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays</span></p><p></p><h2><b><span>The Ideal Candidate (Competencies)</span></b></h2><p><span>Has a passion for bakery products and customer service</span></p><p><span>Leads by example and inspires their team to perform at their best</span></p><p><span>Understands how to balance quality, production, and profitability</span></p><p><span>Has strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills</span></p><p><span>Thrives in a fast-paced retail environment</span></p><p><span>Is committed to delivering exceptional standards every day</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2><span>Operational Excellence</span></h2><p><span>Ensure the Bakery Department is fully prepared for trade each day with excellent product availability and presentation.</span></p><p><span>Execute operational plans and merchandising standards in line with company requirements.</span></p><p><span>Maintain exceptional hygiene, food safety, and housekeeping standards.</span></p><p><span>Ensure compliance with all bakery operating procedures and food safety regulations.</span></p><p></p><h2><span>Product Quality &amp; Production</span></h2><p><span>Manage daily production planning to ensure fresh products are available throughout the trading day.</span></p><p><span>Monitor product quality, consistency, presentation, and freshness.</span></p><p><span>Ensure recipes, yields, and production standards are consistently achieved.</span></p><p><span>Oversee product packaging, labelling, and display standards.</span></p><p></p><h2><span>Commercial &amp; Sales Performance</span></h2><p><span>Drive sales growth through effective production planning and stock availability.</span></p><p><span>Monitor sales trends and customer demand to maximise turnover opportunities.</span></p><p><span>Manage waste, shrinkage, and stock losses to improve profitability.</span></p><p><span>Deliver departmental sales and gross profit targets.</span></p><p></p><h2><span>Stock Management</span></h2><p><span>Ensure effective stock control, ordering, rotation, and replenishment.</span></p><p><span>Participate in stock takes and maintain accurate stock records.</span></p><p><span>Apply FIFO principles and proactively manage stock levels to minimise losses.</span></p><p></p><h2><span>Team Leadership</span></h2><p><span>Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing bakery team.</span></p><p><span>Drive a culture of accountability, customer service, and teamwork.</span></p><p><span>Conduct training on bakery standards, production processes, and food safety requirements.</span></p><p><span>Motivate and inspire employees to consistently deliver outstanding results.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Closing date: 28 August 2026</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you&#39;ll enjoy your career with us!</i></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Discover who we are</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>