Bakery Manager Artisan Bakery - Oxfordshire 38,000 45,000 + Bene

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Job Description

Bakery Manager Artisan Bakery

Oxfordshire
38,000 45,000 + Benefits
40 hours per week
(Experience with artisan baking, bakery management essential, and CyBake software a bonus)
Are you an experienced Bakery Manager (or an experienced Artisan Baker with kitchen management experience) with a passion for real artisan baking? Do you thrive leading a team, managing production, and driving quality in a fast-paced craft bakery? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing independent business with strong values and a commitment to exceptional products.

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on Bakery Manager to lead the day-to-day production of our artisan bakery in Oxfordshire. The Bakery produces Artisan Breads, pastries and sweet baked goods for retail, wholesale and local markets. You’ll oversee the bakery team, maintain high standards across production, quality and consistency, and ensure smooth operational performance in line with our recipes and brand standards.

This is an excellent role for someone who loves working with traditional methods, fine ingredients, and a dedicated team of skilled bakers.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, train and motivate a skilled bakery team
Oversee daily production of artisan breads, pastries and baked goods
Maintain recipe accuracy and product quality across all product lines
Assist hands-on with prep, mixing, baking and finishing when required
Manage rotas, time logging and liaising with payroll
Support recruitment and team development
Work with the Retail Outlet Manager to manage stock, ordering and waste
Ensure accurate production planning and completion of production spreadsheets
Oversee wholesale supplier management and delivery notes
Ensure all packaging, labelling and display standards are met
Maintain full compliance with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations
Ensure equipment checks, cleaning schedules and pest control measures are followed
Keep staff up to date on food safety, first aid and fire safety training
Maintain GDPR and data protection awareness in daily processes
Skills & Experience Required

Artisan bakery experience is essential
Previous bakery management or supervisory experience in another professional kitchen setting
Proficiency with CyBake bakery software (or similar)
Minimum 2 years in a bakery production environment
Strong organisational, team leadership, communication skills and the ability to multitask
High attention to detail and commitment to consistent quality
Passionate about artisan breads, pastries and handmade bakery products
High standards of cleanliness, hygiene and personal presentation
What We Offer

Salary 38,000 45,000 depending on experience
40-hour week
Supportive, passionate and growing craft bakery environment
Opportunity to develop your skills and shape the bakery team
If you are an experienced Bakery Manager with artisan production experience or an Artisan Baker with Kitchen management experience, and the drive to lead a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.