Bakery Supervisor

Lola is a Bahrain Food Tech startup, founded by Bahraini entrepreneur Othman Janahi, that lets users design and order fully customized celebration cakes through a mobile app and have them delivered for occasions such as birthdays and weddings; it launched in Bahrain in 2023 and has since expanded to, KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and positions itself as a platform for “baking memories” by simplifying and personalizing the cake-ordering experience across the GCC.

As a bakery supervisor in the Bahrain Kitchen at Lola, you will be the backbone of our Operation Manager and a key driver of efficiency across our cake production and customization platform. Your role is to ensure a seamless, cost-effective, and high-quality supply chain for ingredients and equipment from sourcing to delivery. You will actively manage vendors and optimize inventory.

• Lead and support the purchasing team and day-to-day activities.
• Plan and coordinate the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory and maintain accurate purchasing and pricing records.
• Keep supplier information up to date (qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.).
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports to support decision-making.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for fresh produce, pantry staples, kitchen tools, and cleaning supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels, forecast needs based on kitchen demand, and place purchase orders to avoid shortages or waste.

• Analytical thinking
• Multitasking abilities with attention to detail for accurate record-keeping.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain logistics, and food safety regulations like HACCP.
• Proficiency in inventory software and excellent communication for coordinating with kitchen staff and vendors.

• Experience in sourcing ingredients, negotiating with vendors, and managing inventory in fast-paced food service environments like restaurants or bakeries.
• Prior work with supply chain logistics, cost analysis, and compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP.

• Join a customer-obsessed brand redefining cake customization in the GCC.
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your ideas directly shape customer happiness.
• Grow your career with a rapidly expanding startup offering opportunities for advancement and cross-market exposure.