Service Department Manager - Bakery
Talented Recruitment Specialists · Northern Cape
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Start free — we apply for you →- We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Service Department Manager to oversee a high-volume, multi-department environment. Based in Springbok.
- This role requires a strong leader with solid financial acumen, a passion for food excellence, and the ability to manage operations efficiently under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
- Operations: Oversee Bakery.
- Profitability: Drive GP% through strict recipe adherence and waste management.
- Planning: Ensure accurate production planning aligned to sales demand.
- Control: Manage ordering, inventory, and shrinkage within all departments.
- Development: Train and develop staff on processes and service excellence.
Requirements
- Grade 12/Matric
- Relevant Diploma in Retail/Bakery/Food Services is advantageous.
- 3–5 Years Experience in a multi-department food environment – Wholesale & Retail.
- Financial Acumen: Experience managing GP, COS, waste, and budgets.
- Technical Skills: Food costing, recipe control, stock management.
- Leadership: Strong team development and high-pressure performance.
- Standards: High attention to detail and food safety/hygiene excellence.