Bakery Operations Manager

Location: The Pizza Factory, NottinghamWorking Hours: Onsite Monday–Friday, 8AM–5PMSalary: Competitive \+ Benefits

About UsJoining 2 Sisters means becoming part of the UK’s largest food manufacturer, with a £3 billion\+ turnover and over 13,500 employees. At our Finch Close Bakery site in Nottingham, we are passionate about producing high\-quality bakery products for our customers while continuously investing in our people and processes.

About the RoleThe Bakery Operations Manager will lead operations across the entire factory, working cross\-functionally with quality, safety, engineering, and production teams to ensure smooth operations and delivery of top\-quality products. With responsibility for 3 direct reports (Shift Managers) and a total team of 60, you’ll be hands\-on in driving continuous improvement, managing risk assessments, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities* Oversee full bakery operations, ensuring products meet quality and cost standards

• Manage and support 3 x Shift Managers to ensure consistent performance across 24\-hour operations


• Lead risk assessments, training, and accident investigations


• Ensure quality issues are fully resolved and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented


• Build a culture of accountability, holding teams to high performance standards

About YouThis is an excellent opportunity for a strong operational leader with bakery experience, excellent managerial skills, and a continuous improvement mindset. You’ll need to be confident in managing large teams, driving operational excellence, and working in a fast\-paced environment.

Key Skills \& Experience* Strong managerial experience with the ability to lead and challenge teams

• Experience managing a large workforce (40\-60 people on shift)


• Bakery or food production background essential


• Proven track record in continuous improvement


• Auditing experience and customer\-facing skills


• Level 3 Food Safety and IOSH qualification (NEBOSH preferred)

Benefits* 33 days annual leave inclusive of the bank holidays

• Company pension scheme


• Company sick pay (after qualifying period)


• HAPI discount platform


• Employee Assistance Programme via Wisdom


• Discounted onsite canteen


• Access to Grocery Aid counselling services

Why Join Us?This is an exciting opportunity to bring your expertise to a leading food manufacturer and make a significant impact. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration, you’ll be supported to grow and develop in a fast\-paced and rewarding environment.

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