At Greenspoon, we are building the biggest online bakery and are on the lookout for a passionate Bakery Lead to help us produce quality bread and pastry in Kenya. This is a rare opportunity to build a bakery from scratch. You will have the unique chance to design, set up, and lead the entire bakery operation under the trusted Greenspoon brand. This role demands an entrepreneurial mindset and a hands-on, get-things-done approach. If you have ever dreamed of crafting your own bakery with full support from a company that values quality, sustainability, and innovation, this is your moment.
This role is perfect for someone who loves the science and soul of baking, understands the ins and outs of kitchen operations, and is ready to roll up their sleeves and build something beautiful.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of our full bakery line – from sourdoughs to sandwich loaves, baguettes to brioches, and sweet and savoury pastries
Set up the bakery with the right equipment and layout for quality and efficiency
Build and train a small but mighty team of bakers
Develop recipes and processes that are easy to follow and consistently excellent
Work closely with our procurement and packaging teams to source the best ingredients and pack products beautifully
Plan production schedules to match demand and reduce waste
Cost recipes and ensure good margins without compromising on quality
Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety
What we are looking for:
Deep hands-on baking experience, in sourdough and yeasted breads
Strong pastry skills and a love for laminated doughs, tarts, etc.
Proven experience running or helping run a bakery operation
A practical understanding of equipment, costing, production planning, and packaging
Ability to lead and train others – this is a working lead role, not just a manager's desk
Someone who takes pride in their work and wants to build something that makes people happy
