Head Baker - Klear Labs in City of Westminster

We are looking for a brilliant baker to head up our kitchen in our venue on dynamic Golborne Road in Notting Hill. There is the opportunity to take the lead of the section should skills and ambition match that of ours. Klear Labs bakery was conceived from the idea that a bakery can be modern, exciting and transparent at the same time. All of our ingredients are worth mentioning and created with great care, a lot of research and a lot of soul. At Klear Labs we work exclusively with gluten free ingredients, and creativity and curiosity in the daily chores are a must. Attention to detail is important, and we always encourage trialling new ideas and exploring new ingredients as they become available.

A suitable candidate must have baking experience in a commercial kitchen, be capable of planning production and produce a variety of items at a high standard. The day starts at 6am and typically finishes at 2-3pm. Working with seasonal produce and being uncompromising in our focus on quality, flavour and a nutrition-led menu, quickly favoured the cafe amongst not only critics and local residents alike, but creatives from every corner of the world. The superb and gratifying community we are part of is partially what makes working at Klear Labs so special. Our team is fuelled by a desire to learn, to explore and to re-define creativity within our core concept framework. We work hard to create an environment where innovation and opportunity co-exist, offering a nourishing and engaging environment for our team to thrive in. Our first years has been a phenomenal ride, and as we begin to build Klear Labs in other territories there is a real potential for growth for senior positions within the company. If you are a passionate and dedicated baker looking for a vibrant new project, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the kitchen and, when appropriate, head up the section based on skills and ambition.
• Plan production and produce a variety of items at a high standard in a commercial kitchen.
• Apply a nutrition-led focus and work with seasonal produce.
• Trial new ideas and explore new ingredients as they become available.
• Maintain attention to detail and uphold quality, flavour and consistency.
• Collaborate with the team to build a nourishing and engaging work environment.
• Be available for early starts and manage daily kitchen operations from 6am.

Qualifications:

• A baker who finds joy in sourcing the best ingredients.
• A self-motivated leader to take control of the kitchen and lead the team with innovation and kindness.
• Enthusiasm for building relationships with suppliers and supporting regenerative farmers.
• An understanding of the value in consistency of quality.
• An interest to explore working in tune with the seasons.
• Enjoyment in exploring new techniques, ingredients and the work of other modern cafes around the world.
• Willingness to learn a low carb approach to food.
• A positive, genuine individual who wants to help build a fantastic team & culture.
• Commitment and willingness to work with the team to get to the best possible product.
• Pastry experience.
• Food Hygiene Certificate and Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food; employee and staff discounts.
• Dynamic environment with an engaged and friendly team.
• Potential to grow in the company.
• Great salary and paid holidays.
• Daytime only hours and flexible rotas / days off.