Precision Recruitment
Overview
We are recruiting!
Our client in Lusaka is looking for a Bakery Manager to join their team for a job vacancy within the Food and Beverage Industry.
To apply or for more information follow the link below.
Key Responsibilities:
- Staff Management: Hire, train, and manage a team of bakers, confectioners, pastry chefs, and other
bakery staff. Schedule shifts, monitor performance, and foster a positive, productive workplace. - Production Oversight: Oversee daily production of bakery items, ensuring consistency and quality.
Monitor baking times, temperatures, and product quality. - Inventory Management: Manage inventory levels for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging.
Ensure timely ordering of supplies, minimize waste, and manage costs. - Customer Service: Ensure a high standard of customer service, resolve any customer issues or
complaints promptly and professionally. - Quality Control: Maintain consistent quality of all products, adhering to company recipes and
standards. Perform regular quality checks on all baked goods. - Health & Safety: Enforce health and safety protocols, including food safety guidelines and
cleanliness of the bakery. - Financial Management: Assist in budgeting, controlling expenses, and analyzing financial reports.
Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising product quality. - Sales & Marketing: Collaborate on promotional campaigns and new product launches to drive sales. Ensure that bakery displays are appealing and well-stocked.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including health codes, labor laws, and environmental standards.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (required). Culinary or baking certification (preferred).
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in bakery or food service management, with at least 1
year in a supervisory or managerial role.
Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficient in inventory management and cost control.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
- Customer-oriented with excellent communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Capable of lifting and carrying heavy things.
- Comfortable working in a warm kitchen environment