Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Baker to support our Head Baker. This is a hands-on, second-in-command role, combining daily production with leadership, organisation, and product development.

Key Responsibilities

Production

- Lead daily production.

- Maintain high standards in fermentation, lamination, shaping and baking.

- Ensure consistency, quality and efficiency

Leadership

- Support and guide the team.

- Delegate tasks and maintain clear workflow

- Train and develop junior team members

- Step into full responsibility in Head Baker’s absence

Organisation

- Assist with production planning and scheduling

- Manage stock, ordering and minimise waste

- Maintain a clean, safe and organised workspace

Development

- Contribute to product and menu development

- Bring ideas for seasonal and new items

- Stay engaged with evolving baking techniques and ingredients

Candidate Profile

- Strong experience in artisan sourdough baking

- Skilled in viennoiserie (lamination, proofing, baking)

- Background in a bakery or professional kitchen

- Excellent communication skills

- Proven ability to lead, organise and delegate

- Be driven and constantly wanting to improve and learn new skills

- Calm, reliable and solutions-focused

- High attention to detail and consistency

- Genuine passion for bread, pastry and food

Pay & Benefits

• 4 day working week.

• Competitive rate of pay.

• Key role in a quality-driven, growing bakery.

• Opportunities for training and career progression.

• Be part of a small, creative, growing and highly valued team.