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We’re looking for an experienced Bakery Production Manager to join Ottolenghi’s Central Production Unit and take a leading role in overseeing the daily operations of the bakery department,ensuring the efficient production of high-quality baked goods,managing inventory,and leading a team of bakers and support staff. You will play a key role in maintaining food safety standards,implementing recipes,and staff welfare. Additionally,you will be involved in scheduling,and fostering a positive work environment

What you’ll do

• Lead,train and develop a high‑performing bakery team,creating a positive,inclusive and supportive environment.
• Empower your team through clear delegation,fair processes,and a culture that celebrates teamwork,creativity,and excellence.
• Oversee daily production schedules to meet demand across Ottolenghi sites and the webstore,including key seasonal peaks.
• Maintain exceptional quality across all products,taste,appearance,consistency,and presentation.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety,CCP policies,and safe supplier standards.
• Manage stock levels,ingredient rotation,and inventory systems to minimise waste and maintain efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen on new product trials,launches,and improvements.
• Partner with our delis and webstore teams to ensure smooth fulfilment,accurate labelling,and great service.
• Maintain equipment,uphold cleaning and sanitation standards,and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support with rota planning,onboarding,performance management,and team welfare.
• Track production metrics,manage budgets,and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ Years in a Management role within high volume & quality led food production such as a Central Purchasing Unit or large-scale kitchen
• Strong knowledge of large-scale bakery operations
• Deep understanding of baking techniques,ingredient formulations and production workflows

Key Skills:

• Strong People Management Skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Proficient in IT systems for inventory management,production scheduling and reporting
• Strong numerical and administrative capability
• Ability to multitask in fast passed environment
• Ability to work under pressure and problem solve
• Passion for continuous improvement

Working hours:

• 5 shifts per week within our 7-day operating schedule
• Flexibility required,including early mornings,weekends,and holidays

What we offer:

• Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount
• Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental,optical,physiotherapy,and more),plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts
• Refer a Friend Bonus:£500 for each successful referral
• Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching,WSET wine training,Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops,and access to external courses
• A warm,inclusive working culture where individuality,growth,and creativity are celebrated
• Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service
• A special birthday treat to celebrate your day
• Exclusive workshops and demos,including cooking,food,wine,and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued

If you’re an experienced bakery leader with a passion for great food and a drive to support and develop others,join Ottolenghi’s CPU team and help us deliver exceptional baked goods every day!