Job Title: Bakery/Finisher Manager Location: Bunclody, Wexford Role Type: Full-time or part-time (flexible, ideally 39 hours/week) Reports To: Head of Kitchen About the Role The Noel Group is a leading recruitment agency operating nationwide across the hospitality sector. We're proud to partner with a prestigious client in the hospitality industry to search for a talented Baker/Finisher Manager to overlook a busy Café. An exciting opportunity has opened for a skilled and passionate Bakery Manager to lead a small team in the production of occasion cakes, traditional cakes, and fresh breads for both on-site and off-site café outlets. This role is ideal for someone who brings hands-on experience in baking and is now ready to step into a leadership position, with full support from a collaborative kitchen and café team. What's in It for You? Starting hourly rate: €16.00/hour A supportive, respectful working environment Flexible working hours (including option for 4-day weeks) Early starts mean early finishes-great for work-life balance Opportunity to shape the bakery offering and introduce new products Develop leadership skills in a real, supportive setting Hands-on role with scope for creativity and ownership Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a small team of bakers and finishers Liaise with suppliers to maintain product quality and control costs Complete weekly stocktakes and place ingredient orders Prepare and manage fortnightly staff rotas Train and upskill new and current team members Follow existing in-house recipes and introduce new creations Maintain HACCP monitoring and documentation Collaborate with team leaders across the kitchen and café teams Ensure systems are updated and records are kept accurately Monitor bakery equipment, report issues, and manage repairs Key Requirements Minimum of 5 years' experience as a baker, pastry chef, or cake finisher Strong practical baking knowledge with a hands-on approach Passion for high-quality food and pride in your craft Comfortable in fast-paced, early-start environments Excellent communication, time management, and delegation skills A team player who contributes positively to a supportive work culture Customer-focused mindset and pride in product presentation Flexible availability, including early morning starts (5:00 AM) Skills: Time Management Communication Organisation