We're looking for an Operations Manager with food and beverage experience to oversee the day-to-day running of our bakery. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for production efficiency, staff management, quality control, inventory, and ensuring a smooth, profitable operation from the back kitchen to the front counter.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily bakery operations, ensuring production schedules meet customer demand and quality standards
- Coordinate production planning with head bakers/chefs to balance output, waste, and freshness
- Monitor and improve workflows to increase efficiency and reduce costs
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations (HACCP or equivalent)
- Assist in the recruitment, training plan and rostering of bakery and counter staff
- Conduct performance reviews and manage staff development
- Track daily/weekly sales figures and report to management
- Ensure accurate record-keeping for payroll, inventory, and compliance documentation
- Handle customer complaints or issues that require managerial attention
- Support marketing or promotional initiatives in collaboration with ownership
Requirements
- Strong computer skills required
- Proven experience in a management role within a bakery, food production, or hospitality environment
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Good numeracy skills for budgeting, stock control, and reporting
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Experience with POS systems and basic inventory software is a plus
- First Aid or food safety certification (e.g., HACCP Level 2/3)
Pay: €16.00-€18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lahinch, County Clare (V95)
