Senior Bakery Chef / Head Baker – Wholesale Production
Location: Dublin 12
Company: Somun Wholesale Bakery
Somun is a growing wholesale bakery specialising in artisan and niche breads supplied to cafés, restaurants, hotels, and foodservice partners across Dublin and beyond. We are now seeking a Senior Bakery Chef / Head Baker to take full ownership of our bakery operations and lead production as we scale.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced bakery professional who is confident running bulk production, maintaining high quality and consistency, and training a team in a fast-paced, HACCP-driven environment.
The Role
As Senior Bakery Chef, you will be responsible for the end-to-end operation of the bakery, from production planning to staff training and quality control.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage daily bakery production for wholesale customers.
* Produce high-quality artisan breads (sourdough, rustic loaves, specialty and ethnic breads).
* Oversee pastry and laminated dough production (croissants, rolls, brioche); patisserie experience is a strong advantage.
* Plan and execute bulk production runs efficiently and consistently.
* Maintain strict quality standards across all products and batches.
* Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.
* Train, supervise, and develop bakery staff and production assistants.
* Implement and improve SOPs for production, cleaning, and allergen control.
* Monitor ingredient usage, waste, and production efficiency.
* Propose and develop new product lines suitable for wholesale customers.
* Work closely with management on production planning, forecasting, and growth.
Who We're Looking For
* 8–12+ years' experience working in professional bakeries or artisan production environments.
* Proven experience in bread production at scale (retail or wholesale).
* Strong technical knowledge of dough fermentation, sourdough, proofing, and baking.
* Experience with pastry production; patisserie experience is a bonus.
* Comfortable managing people and leading by example on the production floor.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety compliance.
* Able to work early shifts and manage production schedules independently.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary, aligned with senior experience.
* Opportunity to lead and shape a growing wholesale bakery.
* Stable, long-term role with growth potential.
* Modern production environment with supportive ownership.
* Creative input into new and niche bakery product lines.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced bakery professional ready to take ownership of a growing wholesale operation, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to:
Subject: Senior Bakery Chef Application – Somun
Applicants must currently live in Ireland and be legally entitled to work.
Job Type: Full-time
Application question(s):
* Do you currently live in Ireland, and how long have you been working in bakeries?
Language:
* English (preferred)
Work Location: In person