Sheer Logic Bakery Production Manager Job

Bakery Production Manager

Our client, a leading player in the hospitality industry, is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position;

• Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Bakery Production Manager will oversee the entire Bakery process and coordinate daily activities (production and packaging of finished goods) to ensure enough resources are on hand as well as ensure maximum efficiency. He/she will plan production employees’ shift schedules, forecast production needs and prepare budgets to ensure workflow meets required deadlines and overall compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) to ensure consistent quality of production, packaging and storage, as well as minimizing damaged products.
• Forecast daily production orders and timely production.
• Plan and organize a work plan for all production floor employees.
• Manage and evaluate all shift supervisors, setting KPI’s for the team.
• Ensure the product yield is met.
• Oversee daily production processes, food safety procedures, health and safety regulations and resolve any issues relating to product quality.
• Organize and oversee training sessions in areas of SOP’s, food safety, job functions, manufacturing practices, etc. whilst documenting the same.
• Estimate costs and prepare budgets.
• Assist in minimizing downtime by working with the Bakery team and Maintenance Manager for autonomous maintenance.
• Ensure sanitation schedule is followed and records are maintained.
• Research and Development for changes to existing products to improve quality, with structured reporting and feedback.
• Oversee the recruitment process, interviews, training and induction of new staff in the department as well as any appraisals and disciplinary processes related to the department.
• Investigate any variances in raw material stock and yield and document any resolutions/actions.
• Maintain records of various process documents e.g., receipt of raw materials, inventory and usage of raw materials, production, final product weight and dispatch records, etc.
• Production planning and forecasting.
• Compliance with the production schedule – meeting of target production levels.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Food Production/Science, Baking Science and Technology or Food Process Engineering.
• At least 10 years similar experience in the Bakery industry.
• HACCP certification is a definite advantage. 
• Experience in management, operations, and leadership.
• Deep knowledge of confectionery and bread production process.
• Solid understanding of business and productivity management.
• Understanding of quality, food standards, health and safety regulations.
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics.
• Proficient in MS Office. Experience of ERP software is an added advantage.
• Outstanding communication ability.
• Excellent planning, organizational and leaderships skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to ongoing improvement.

How to Apply

Send your updated CV to recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com on or  before  08/02/2024.

Kindly indicate the job title in the subject line:   BAKERY PRODUCTION MANAGER.

(Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.)