Little Sister Bakery Melbourne – Braeside VIC
Little Sister Bakery is a growing artisanal bakery producing handcrafted breads, pastries and baked goods for our 7 retail locations as well as a growing wholesale customer base across Melbourne.
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Production Manager to lead our central production operation in Braeside.
This is a key leadership position for someone who understands commercial bakery production, knows how to lead a team, and can take ownership of the day-to-day production operation while maintaining the quality and standards of an artisan bakery.
About the Role
As Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production operation and ensuring that products are produced consistently, efficiently, safely and to the standard expected by our retail and wholesale customers.
Planning and coordinating daily and weekly production requirements
Managing production schedules to meet retail and wholesale demand
Leading, supervising and supporting the production team
Allocating staff and managing production priorities
Ensuring products are produced consistently according to recipes, specifications and quality standards
Monitoring production efficiency, waste and product yields
Managing ingredient and production requirements in coordination with the wider operations team
Maintaining food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards
Ensuring production equipment is used correctly and maintained appropriately
Identifying and resolving production issues quickly and effectively
Training and developing production team members




Monitoring staff performance, attendance and productivity
Working closely with management, retail and wholesale teams to ensure production requirements are met
Taking ownership of production deadlines and ensuring orders are completed accurately and on time
Continuously looking for ways to improve production systems, workflow, efficiency and consistency
This is a hands-on management role. While you will lead and manage the production team, you will also be expected to understand the production process, step in when required and lead by example.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who has:
At least 6 years' experience in commercial bakery production, with proven leadership or management experience
Strong knowledge of artisan bread and/or pastry production
Experience managing a production team in a busy commercial environment
Strong organisational and planning skills
The ability to manage multiple production priorities and deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on consistency and quality
Experience with production scheduling, stock management and minimising waste
Strong understanding of food safety and workplace safety requirements




The ability to identify problems and make practical decisions quicklyStrong communication and people-management skills
The ability to train, develop and hold team members accountable
A calm, organised and solutions-focused approach under pressure
A strong work ethic and genuine pride in producing high-quality products
You will need to be comfortable working early mornings and weekends, as required by the production schedule.
What We Offer
Full-time leadership position within a growing artisanal bakery business
Market-competitive salary based on experience and capability
Full time: $90,000 – $110,000 + superannuation per year
Chance to take ownership of a significant production operation
A hands-on role with genuine responsibility and influence
Opportunity to develop and improve production systems as the business continues to grow
A passionate team that takes pride in the quality of what we produce
The opportunity to grow with an expanding Melbourne bakery business
About Us
Little Sister Bakery is a growing Melbourne bakery focused on quality, craftsmanship and consistency.
Our central production facility in Braeside supplies our retail locations as well as wholesale customers across Melbourne. We produce a broad range of artisan breads, pastries and bakery products, with a strong focus on quality ingredients, traditional techniques and consistent production.
We are continuing to grow, and this role will play an important part in strengthening and developing our production operation.
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📌 Production Manager – Artisanal Bakery (Melbourne)
🏢 Little Sister Bakery Melbourne
📍 Melbourne