Bakery Production Manager

**Bakery Production Manager - Afternoon Shift**

**Location**: Summerhill Market - Rosedale Bakery Kitchen (Upstairs)

**Job Type**: Full-time | Afternoon Shift

**About Summerhill Market**

Summerhill Market is a boutique grocery store chain in Toronto, known for its scratch-made prepared foods, exceptional bakery items, and curated grocery selection. Our **Rosedale Bakery Kitchen**, located above our flagship store, is where the magic happens—fresh breads, pastries, baked goods, and specialty items are produced daily with a commitment to quality, craft, and consistency.

We’re currently looking for an experienced and motivated **Bakery Production Manager** to lead our afternoon shift team and oversee the production of our renowned baked goods—particularly our artisan-style bread offerings.

**Position Overview**

This role is based **upstairs at our Rosedale location** and oversees the **afternoon shift**, providing production coverage, quality control, and team supervision during a key period of daily bakery operations.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Oversee daily bread production and general bakery prep during the afternoon shift
- Lead, schedule, and supervise a team of bakers and support staff
- Hands-on preparation of scratch-baked items, including artisan loaves, buns, rolls, and specialty products
- Maintain consistency in recipes, techniques, and presentation across all bakery offerings
- Coordinate production flow to meet store replenishment targets and special orders
- Ensure ingredient inventory is tracked, rotated, and ordered as needed
- Monitor and uphold food safety, allergen management, and sanitation standards
- Train new team members and coach staff in advanced baking techniques and productivity best practices
- Collaborate with the Executive Baker and other department leads on seasonal offerings, product innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in the bakery kitchen at all times

**Qualifications**
- Minimum **5 years of professional bakery experience**, with a strong focus on **bread production**:

- At least **3 years of experience managing bakery or kitchen teams**:

- Demonstrated expertise in scratch bread making, including sourdough, enriched doughs, fermentation, shaping, proofing, and baking techniques
- Strong understanding of general bakery production including pastries, muffins, bars, and baked snack items
- Valid Food Handler’s Certification (required)
- Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced production environment
- Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to quality and consistency
- Comfortable working in warm environments and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Available for a steady **afternoon shift**, with some flexibility as needed

**What We Offer**
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Company-paid benefits after 6 months of full-time employment
- 2 weeks of paid vacation
- 30% employee discount at all Summerhill Market locations
- Uniform provided: chef coat, hair/beard net, PPE (you provide black pants and slip-resistant shoes)
- Opportunity to shape and grow a beloved Toronto bakery program

**Equity & Inclusion**

Summerhill Market is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care

**Experience**:

- Bread Maker/Baker: 3 years (preferred)
- Bakery Production: 5 years (preferred)
- Bakery Management: 3 years (preferred)

**Location**:

- Toronto, ON M4W 2E4 (preferred)

Work Location: In person