Job Description

About Us

Summerhill Market is a boutique grocery store chain in Toronto that specializes in scratch-made prepared foods, gourmet baked goods, and on-trend ingredients. Our central bakery is the hub of innovation and excellence that produces the premium baked items which define our brand. We are seeking an experienced and strategic

Senior Bakery Production Manager

to provide leadership, drive operational performance, and ensure our bakery continues to deliver the highest quality products across six retail stores and our commissary kitchen.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Bakery Production Manager and Executive Pastry Chef, this leadership role will oversee large-scale bakery operations, with direct accountability for production performance, workforce planning, quality assurance, and continuous improvement. The Senior Bakery Production Manager will serve as a key driver of operational standards, empowering Team Leads, mentoring emerging leaders, and ensuring the bakery remains agile and competitive as we grow.

Shift Details

Tentative schedule:

Sunday 7:00am-4:00pm; Monday-Thursday 2:00pm-10:00pm

. Schedule may be adjusted for the right candidate, with

day shift options available

. Flexibility required for weekends, evenings, and seasonal peaks.

Key Responsibilities

Provide senior leadership across all production lines (Mixing, Baking, Cake Decorating, Bread, Cookies, Packaging), ensuring consistency, efficiency, and quality. Oversee scheduling, workforce allocation, and leadership coverage for day and evening operations. Develop, coach, and mentor a team of 65+ staff, including Production Managers and Team Leads, building leadership capacity for long-term success. Drive operational performance by aligning production planning with sales forecasts, inventory availability, and waste management goals. Partner with Executive leadership on innovation and scaling of new recipes, seasonal launches, and specialty products. Champion food safety, sanitation, and compliance, ensuring adherence to all regulatory standards. Oversee equipment maintenance, capital planning, and vendor relationships impacting production continuity. Collaborate with HR and Operations on talent acquisition, training programs, employee engagement, and performance management. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data and reports (Reciprofity, ADP, cost/waste analysis) to streamline processes and optimize productivity. Act as a senior liaison between bakery operations, commissary, and retail leadership teams to ensure alignment and communication across the business.

What We're Looking For

5-7+ years of senior leadership experience in high-volume bakery, commissary, or food production environments. Proven track record of leading large, diverse teams across multiple shifts and production lines. Strong operational and financial acumen, with experience in costing, labor management, and margin optimization. Demonstrated ability to scale production while maintaining product quality and consistency. Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance floor presence with strategic oversight. Skilled in scheduling, workflow optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficiency with ADP and Reciprofity preferred; strong data-driven decision-making skills. Post-secondary education in Baking & Pastry Arts, Culinary Management, Business, or Supply Chain is an asset. Flexible availability to support a 7-day operation, including evenings and holidays during peak seasons.

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to play a senior leadership role in a fast-growing, dynamic bakery operation. As a

Senior Bakery Production Manager

, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of Summerhill Market's bakery, guiding strategy while staying connected to the craft. You'll have the chance to lead at scale, mentor the next generation of leaders, and drive the operational excellence that makes Summerhill Market a trusted name in Toronto's food scene.

Equity Statement

At Summerhill Market, we are an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local law. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person