Production/Operations Manager

Production Manager –Operations

Artisan Gourmet Foodstuff Trading LLC | Dubai, UAE

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead and manage the complete bakery production operation. The candidate will be responsible for production planning, team management, product quality, production efficiency, costing, wastage control, inventory coordination, and production software management.

Key Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for daily bakery production and operations.

Manage and supervise the complete production team, including Head Chefs, Pastry Chefs, Bakers, Kitchen Helpers, and other production staff.

Prepare production plans and schedules based on orders, forecasts, and business requirements.

Ensure all products are produced according to approved recipes, specifications, quality standards, and timelines.

Manage production through the company's ERP/production management software, including:

Maintaining recipes and BOMs

Creating and updating production plans/orders

Recording production quantities and consumption

Monitoring raw material usage

Reviewing production reports and variances

Maintaining accurate production and inventory data

Monitor production yield, wastage, food cost, productivity, and material consumption.

Coordinate closely with Warehouse, Purchasing, Sales, Accounts, and Management to ensure smooth operations.

Ensure availability and proper utilization of raw materials and packaging materials.

Monitor staff performance, attendance, productivity, discipline, and manpower requirements.

Train and develop the production team and ensure proper work allocation.

Maintain consistent product quality, presentation, and production standards.

Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and company procedures.

Identify operational issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Monitor equipment and production facility requirements and coordinate maintenance when required.

Prepare and review production reports and provide management with updates on production performance, wastage, costing, and manpower.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Production Manager in a bakery or food production environment.

Strong experience managing a large/multilevel bakery production team.

Good knowledge of bakery, pastry, cakes, breads, and production processes.

Hands-on experience with ERP, production, inventory, or bakery management software.

Strong understanding of BOM, recipe management, costing, yield, wastage, and inventory consumption.

Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Excellent leadership, planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.

UAE bakery/food production experience is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Dubai, UAE

Apply: admin.support@artisangourmet.ae

Pay: From AED4,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person