Senior Bakery Chef / Head Baker – Wholesale ProductionLocation: Dublin 12Company: Somun Wholesale BakerySomun 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 RoleAs 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 ResponsibilitiesLead 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 For8–12+ 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 OfferCompetitive 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 ApplyIf 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 – SomunApplicants must currently live in Ireland and be legally entitled to work.Job Type: Full-timeApplication question(s):Do you currently live in Ireland, and how long have you been working in bakeries?Language:English (preferred)Work Location: In person