Olympus Recruitment Ltd
Assistant Manager
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Assistant Bakery Manager
Location: On-site | Central London
Salary: £34,000-£36,000 + tips + bonus
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Ready for your next step in bakery management?
We're looking for an ambitious Assistant Bakery Manager to join one of London's most exciting bakery and retail concepts.
This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager, Senior Supervisor, or Shift Manager who's looking to join a business that genuinely invests in training, development, and internal progression. If you're passionate about hospitality, enjoy leading people, and want to build a long-term career with a fast-growing bakery brand, we'd love to hear from you.
Working alongside experienced leaders, you'll receive the training, support, and development needed to progress into a Bakery Manager and, ultimately, General Manager role. From leading busy services to understanding the commercial side of the business, you'll gain hands-on experience across every aspect of the operation.
No two days are the same. One minute you'll be leading the team through a busy breakfast rush, the next you'll be analyzing sales, coaching colleagues, improving standards, and helping drive the continued success of an exciting and expanding brand.
Assistant Bakery Manager - What you'll be doing
As an Assistant Bakery Manager, you'll support the day-to-day running of the bakery while developing the skills needed to become a successful Bakery Manager and future General Manager.
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Leading the operation
- Support the day-to-day running of the bakery and retail operation
- Lead shifts with confidence and energy
- Deliver an outstanding customer experience every day
- Maintain exceptional food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards
- Assist with stock control, ordering, waste management, and supplier relationships
- Monitor labour, sales, and operational KPIs
- Develop your commercial understanding by supporting profitability and business performance
- Handle customer feedback professionally and proactively
- Support new product launches, seasonal campaigns, and local marketing initiatives
- Continuously look for ways to improve standards and efficiency
Building a fantastic team
- Lead by example and inspire those around you
- Coach and develop team members to reach their potential
- Create a positive, supportive, and inclusive working environment
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and training
- Assist with rotas, attendance, and performance management
- Work closely with senior leaders to build a high-performing team
Assistant Bakery Manager - What we're looking for
Essential
- Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3
- Experience as an Assistant Bakery Manager, Assistant Manager, Senior Supervisor, Shift Manager, Café Manager, Bakery Supervisor, or similar leadership role
- Experience working within hospitality, cafés, bakeries, restaurants, or premium food retail
- A hands-on leadership style with a positive attitude
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ambition to continue progressing into a Bakery Manager and General Manager position
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It would be great if you also have
- Bakery or premium food retail experience
- Experience coaching and developing teams
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of KPIs
- A passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences
What's in it for you?
- Salary of £34,000-£36,000
- Monthly performance bonus + tips
- Consistent working pattern
- One weekend day off every week
- One full weekend off every month
- 28 days holiday
- Free food perks (the dangerous kind... the delicious kind)
- Structured training and development programme
- Clear progression to Bakery Manager and General Manager
- The opportunity to grow with an exciting and expanding business
If you're an experienced Assistant Manager, Assistant Bakery Manager, or a strong Senior Supervisor looking to join a business where you can develop into a Bakery Manager and future General Manager, this is the opportunity for you.
Apply now and begin your journey with one of London's most exciting bakery brands.
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