About the Role

<p><strong>Bakery Manager / Experienced Baker (Hotplate Specialist)</strong></p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Banbridge, BT32 3HA<br /><strong>Hours:</strong> Full-Time | Monday to Friday <strong>(Weekends &amp; Bank Holidays Off)<br />Salary:</strong><strong>&#163;32,000 - &#163;33,500 per year (DOE)</strong></p> <p><strong>Windsor Home Bakery</strong> is a well-established and much-loved bakery, known for producing high-quality breads, pastries, and traditional baked goods. We are now looking for a <strong>skilled Bakery Manager / Experienced Baker with hotplate expertise</strong> to join and lead our busy team.</p> <p>This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in consistently delivering outstanding products.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>This is a dual-role position combining <strong>bakery management responsibilities</strong> with <strong>hands-on production</strong>, particularly focused on hotplate items. You will lead from the front while ensuring smooth daily operations and high product standards.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Manage day-to-day bakery operations</strong> in line with health &amp; safety standards</li><li>Lead, supervise, and train bakery staff</li><li><strong>Operate and manage hotplate production </strong>(e.g. soda bread, pancakes)</li><li>Prepare and bake a range of high-quality products to company standards</li><li>Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily production targets</li><li>Maintain <strong>stock levels</strong> and order supplies efficiently</li><li>Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company policies</li><li>Monitor product quality, consistency, and presentation</li><li>Support development of new products and recipes</li><li>Manage <strong>staff rotas, scheduling, and performance</strong></li></ul> <p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Proven experience in a bakery or food production</strong> environment</li><li>Strong hands-on baking ability, including <strong>hotplate experience</strong> (preferred)</li><li>Previous <strong>supervisory or management experience</strong></li><li>Reliable, hardworking, and detail-focused</li></ul> <ul> <li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure</li><li>Passion for producing high-quality baked goods</li></ul> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary (&#163;32,000 - &#163;33,500 DOE)</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Fuel allowance</li><li>Discounted or free food</li><li>Employee/store discount</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>Monday to Friday working (no weekends or bank holidays)</li></ul> <p>If you’re a passionate baker with leadership experience and hotplate skills, ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Apply now to be considered.</strong></p> <p><strong>Other suitable skills and experience include:</strong><br />Bakery Manager, Bakery Supervisor, Head Baker, Bakery Team Leader, Food Production Manager, Artisan Baking, Hotplate Cooking, Staff Training &amp; Development, Food Safety</p>