Lydford Logistics Ltd. is seeking an exceptional Bakery Manager to lead the development and management of a high-volume centralized bakery facility serving Jamaica’s growing food service sector.
This role goes beyond traditional bakery management. The successful candidate will build, scale, and commercialize a modern bakery operation, supplying institutional clients including restaurant chains, hotels, supermarkets, and schools, while maintaining world-class production, quality, and compliance standards.
You will be responsible for end-to-end leadership of the bakery division, including production, sales growth, operational efficiency, team leadership, and full P&L management.
The Opportunity
Lead the expansion of a modern bakery production facility
Establish market leadership in burger bun production
Drive commercial sales growth across multiple institutional channels
Deliver world-class food safety, quality, and audit readiness
Build a high-performing production and sales team
Develop new product opportunities including frozen bakery products
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience managing high-volume bakery or food production operations
Demonstrated ability to sell bakery products into commercial markets
Strong business acumen and financial management capability
Experience delivering operational efficiency and cost control
Strong leadership and team development capability
Knowledge of food safety and quality systems (HACCP, GMP, ISO)
Qualifications
BSc in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Business Management, or related field
Minimum 5+ years leadership experience in bakery or food manufacturing
Strong commercial and operational management capability
Valid Driver’s Licence
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive executive-level salary
Full Fuel Coverage: A company fuel card for business-related travel.
Performance-based bonus tied to profitability and growth
Health & life insurance coverage
Leadership role in a high-growth food production operation
Opportunity to build and scale a national bakery brand
Communication Suite: Reliable smartphone with a premium data/voice plan and a laptop.
Apply:
Submit your resume and professional profile to:
The Group Chairman
Lydford Logistics Ltd.
1 National Way
Lydford
St. Ann