Bakery Director
World Agriculture & Opportunities
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Bath
Contract type: Full time
North East England Full-time
Job Description
New Job Opportunity - Bakery Director - Acquisition/Succession Opportunity
North East England (relocation welcome)
Competitive salary depending on experience
The Company
Our client is a well-established artisan bakery with a reputation for excellence in sourdough and naturally-leavened breads. Operating from a dedicated site in the heart of a vibrant market town, the bakery supplies a loyal customer base including retail customers and respected wholesale accounts. The business is fully committed to quality, traditional methods, and using local and organic ingredients wherever possible.
The Job Role
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership position with a view to taking full ownership of the business. The successful candidate will play a hands-on role in daily production, business development, and team management, preparing to become the future owner-operator of this thriving artisan bakery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily baking operations, including production of sourdough and rye-based breads
Maintain the highest standards of food quality and consistency
Oversee and support a small, committed team of bakery staff
Manage ingredient sourcing, inventory, and production planning
Uphold strong food safety and hygiene standards
Build and maintain excellent relationships with wholesale and retail customers
Collaborate with the current Director to transition into full ownership
Candidate Requirements
A proven artisan baker with experience producing high-quality, naturally-leavened bread (essential)
Passionate about food quality, traditional baking, and local sourcing
Entrepreneurial and ready to step into a business leadership role
Experienced in managing staff and small production teams
Energetic, reliable, and resilient under pressure
Strong communication skills with a good sense of humour
Open to relocation (if applicable) and committed to long-term business success and ownership
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please contact Saffron on 07754 853939 or [email protected]
Contact us to apply
07754 853939 [email protected]
Job Description
New Job Opportunity - Bakery Director - Acquisition/Succession Opportunity
North East England (relocation welcome)
Competitive salary depending on experience
The Company
Our client is a well-established artisan bakery with a reputation for excellence in sourdough and naturally-leavened breads. Operating from a dedicated site in the heart of a vibrant market town, the bakery supplies a loyal customer base including retail customers and respected wholesale accounts. The business is fully committed to quality, traditional methods, and using local and organic ingredients wherever possible.
The Job Role
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership position with a view to taking full ownership of the business. The successful candidate will play a hands-on role in daily production, business development, and team management, preparing to become the future owner-operator of this thriving artisan bakery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily baking operations, including production of sourdough and rye-based breads
Maintain the highest standards of food quality and consistency
Oversee and support a small, committed team of bakery staff
Manage ingredient sourcing, inventory, and production planning
Uphold strong food safety and hygiene standards
Build and maintain excellent relationships with wholesale and retail customers
Collaborate with the current Director to transition into full ownership
Candidate Requirements
A proven artisan baker with experience producing high-quality, naturally-leavened bread (essential)
Passionate about food quality, traditional baking, and local sourcing
Entrepreneurial and ready to step into a business leadership role
Experienced in managing staff and small production teams
Energetic, reliable, and resilient under pressure
Strong communication skills with a good sense of humour
Open to relocation (if applicable) and committed to long-term business success and ownership
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please contact Saffron on 07754 853939 or [email protected]
Contact us to apply
07754 853939 [email protected]
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