Job Title: Bakery and Dispatch Manager (Night Shift)
Location: Drogheda, Co. Louth
Working Hours: 23:00 – 07:00 (Sunday–Thursday or Monday–Friday)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Bakery / Food Production
About the Company:
Join one of Ireland's most respected heritage brands in the bakery industry, with a proud legacy of quality, craft, and innovation. With operations across both the Republic and Northern Ireland, including state-of-the-art bakery production plants, cafés, and retail outlets, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead from the front within a high-performing and supportive environment.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Bakery and Dispatch Manager to lead our night-shift operations in Drogheda. You will be responsible for managing a team of 40 production and dispatch staff, ensuring that all baking and distribution activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead, manage, and develop a team of 40 night-shift production and dispatch staff
2. Oversee the end-to-end bakery and dispatch process to ensure timely and accurate fulfilment of customer orders
3. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, hygiene, and food safety standards
4. Monitor production KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives
5. Coordinate closely with logistics, supply chain, and retail teams to ensure seamless distribution
6. Conduct regular team briefings and shift handovers
7. Handle any production or staffing issues that arise during the night shift
Requirements:
8. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or dispatch leadership role (bakery/food industry preferred)
9. Strong people management and communication skills
10. A hands-on leader with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
11. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
12. Comfortable working night shifts
What's on Offer:
13. Competitive salary
14. Opportunity to work with a leading heritage brand
15. Dynamic and supportive team environment
16. Career growth potential within a respected industry leader
Interested?
If you are an experienced production professional with proven leadership skills and are open to a rewarding night-shift opportunity, we want to hear from you.
Please send your CV to, and I will respond to your application within 24 hours.
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