Bakery Operations Manager

Edgar’s Bakery — Central Commissary Operations

We’re looking for a hands-on, high-impact leader to run the heart of our operation — our central commissary.

This role is responsible for ensuring every product that leaves our facility meets the highest standards of quality, consistency, and execution across all locations. You’ll lead production, people, and processes while driving efficiency, reducing waste, and supporting continued growth.

You’ll be stepping into a strong foundation — a highly capable, committed team with deep experience and long tenure. This is a group that takes pride in their work and cares about the product, giving you the opportunity to lead, develop, and elevate an already exceptional team.

This role will also play a key part in the development and transition to a new commissary facility, helping design systems, workflows, and infrastructure that will support the next phase of the company.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving real operational problems, and take pride in building systems that scale — this role is for you.

Production & Execution

• Run day-to-day commissary operations with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and consistency
• Build and manage production schedules based on real demand
• Improve throughput, reduce bottlenecks, and drive efficiency

Quality & Standards

• Ensure consistent, high-quality products
• Set and enforce clear product standards across all categories
• Quickly identify and correct quality issues

Food Safety & Compliance

• Own and further develop HACCP and all food safety programs
• Maintain compliance with all regulations
• Lead a culture of safety, cleanliness, and accountability

Team Leadership

• Hire, develop, and lead a strong production team
• Set clear expectations and hold people accountable
• Build future leaders and strengthen bench depth

Systems & Process Improvement

• Create and refine SOPs that actually get followed
• Identify inefficiencies and fix them
• Build scalable systems that support growth without sacrificing quality

Distribution & Logistics

• Ensure accurate, on-time delivery to all locations
• Improve packing, staging, and delivery workflows

Purchasing & Inventory

• Manage inventory to avoid both shortages and waste
• Strengthen vendor relationships and control costs

Equipment & Facility

• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and equipment improvements
• Identify and implement upgrades that increase output and reliability

Product Development

• Help bring new products to life — from concept to scalable production
• Ensure new items can be executed consistently at volume

New Commissary Development & Transition

• Play a lead role in planning and executing the transition to a new commissary facility
• Help design production flow, layout, and operational systems
• Partner with leadership on equipment selection, capacity planning, and scalability
• Ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption to production and store performance

• Stores are fully stocked with consistent, high-quality product
• Production runs efficiently with minimal waste and rework
• The team knows what’s expected and executes without constant oversight
• Problems get solved quickly — and don’t repeat
• The commissary is built to scale as the company grows
• The new facility is designed and launched with strong systems, flow, and execution

• A hands-on operator who leads from the floor, not the office
• Highly organized with strong operational instincts
• Comfortable holding people accountable while building a strong team culture
• Experienced in high-volume food production (bakery or similar preferred)
• Relentless about quality, efficiency, and doing things the right way

This isn’t a maintenance role — it’s a build-and-improve role. You’ll have a direct impact on product quality, store performance, and the future infrastructure of the company.