About the role
Bakery managers lead the daily work in a bakery and are responsible for production, staff, and finances. They often have a background as bakers or pastry chefs and may have supplemented with leadership training. Their role is to ensure that the bakery delivers high-quality products and is profitable.Responsibilities
Bakery managers supervise the baking process, plan production schedules, and ensure that hygiene regulations are followed. They are responsible for purchasing raw materials, staffing, and training of the staff. Developing the product range and managing customer relationships are also important parts of their job responsibilities.Skills and tools
Bakery managers must have good leadership qualities, knowledge of baking and food safety. They use planning tools, cash register systems, and may also need knowledge in baking-related software. Organizational ability, communication, and customer service are central skills in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are tårtor/bakelser, matbröd and arbetsrätt.