Production Manager at ADDAS Ultimate Limited

Responsibilities
Production Planning & Management:

• Plan, organize, and oversee daily bakery and kitchen production based on demand forecasts and sales trends.
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure availability of raw materials and ingredients.
• Optimize production schedules to minimize waste and maximize output.
• Supervise baking, cooking, and food preparation processes to maintain quality, consistency, and portion control.

Quality Assurance & Food Safety:

• Ensure all products meet established quality standards, recipes, and presentation guidelines.
• Implement and monitor strict adherence to HACCP, ISO, or local food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Conduct regular quality checks of ingredients, in-process items, and finished products.
• Investigate and resolve quality or production issues promptly.

Team Leadership & Training:

• Lead, train, and motivate the bakery and kitchen teams, including chefs, bakers, and support staff.
• Develop staff schedules and allocate tasks to meet operational requirements.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, efficiency, and accountability.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching for skill enhancement.

Cost Control & Efficiency:

• Monitor and control production costs, including labor, ingredients, and energy usage.
• Track yield and waste levels, implementing measures to reduce losses.
• Support the Finance team in cost analysis and budgeting for production operations.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.

Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:

• Ensure optimal inventory levels of ingredients, packaging materials, and kitchen supplies.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery and quality assurance of raw materials.
• Oversee storage conditions to maintain product freshness and prevent spoilage.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with local health, safety, and labor regulations.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and staff training on proper equipment use and workplace safety.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Procurement teams to align production with demand and promotions.
• Provide daily and weekly production reports to management, highlighting key metrics and issues.
• Contribute to new product development by testing recipes and scaling up production processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Food Technology, Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field.
• 5 - 10 years of experience in food production or operations management, preferably in a bakery, restaurant, or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, food preparation processes, and kitchen operations.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and quality control systems.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.

Application Closing Date
27th November, 2025.