Artisanal Baker - Night Shift

Location: Unit 5 Station Field Industrial Estate, Kidlington, OX5 1JD

Position: Artisanal Baker – Night shift

Start date: ASAP

Salary: Starting at £30,500 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 9-hour shifts with half an hour break, 5 days working and 2 days off, shifts may vary depending on working schedule:

• Sunday to Thursday: 10:30 PM – 8:00 AM
• Friday to Saturday: 10:00 PM – 7:30 AM

We are looking for an experienced Artisanal Baker to join our night shift team. You will be responsible for operating the ovens and helping in the making of hand-crafted high-quality bread and viennoiserie using traditional techniques.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

• Operate ovens and manage the baking process to ensure optimal results.
• Prepare and mix dough according to standardised recipes and production requirements.
• Monitor and check provers, scoring, glazing, and shaping doughs.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining bread baskets and other bakery equipment.
• Step into viennoiserie production when necessary to support colleagues.
• Ensure all baked goods meet high-quality standards and align with daily orders.
• Work collaboratively with the team to execute production plans efficiently.
• Adapt to high-volume production while maintaining artisan baking methods.
• Maintain a clean, organised workstation and handle equipment with care.
• Follow all food hygiene and safety regulations in accordance with UK legislation and company policies.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO

• Have strong experience in producing handcrafted bread using traditional techniques.
• Possess excellent knowledge of dough preparation and proofing.
• Are enthusiastic, committed, and eager to learn.
• Can perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Are reliable, methodical, and well-organised.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and contributing to a positive work environment.

This role is also open to candidates with experience but who still need to be trained further.

OUR BENEFITS5

• 0% off food and drinks on all products made at Gatineau
• Staff food and drinks on shift50% off major gyms (Virgin Active, Puregym, Nuffield Health)
• GP Service – including mental health cover
• Free Apple Watch (based on activity level)
• 75% off spa day at Champneys Spa Resorts
• Free Headspace access
• Vitality American Express card offer