Bakery Apprentice in Morley

We are looking for a Customer Assistant who will progress to a Bakery Apprentice to join our store as part of our Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme.

About the Proper Jobs Fresh Start Programme

We know things are tough out there for young people right now. But we also know that lots of you are staying focused on finding a good career with great prospects. That’s why we’re launching our Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme. It will offer 1,000 new apprenticeships by 2030 to people like you who want to develop.

Our Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme lasts for up to 2 years. It combines learning in the workplace, formal off-the-job training and online learning.

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About the Job Role

You’ll start by spending 13 weeks working as a Morrisons Customer Assistant, before progressing to a 12-month apprenticeship in Bakery. If you successfully complete your apprenticeship and assessments, you could then progress to our Sir Ken Morrison Leadership School. This is a six-month programme, which can kickstart your journey into retail management.

Throughout all of history, baking has always been a Proper Job - and today it’s one of the fastest growing sectors of the food industry.

Our fresh in-store bakeries are a huge part of what makes Market Street special. From fresh bread and rolls to baps, barms, cobs, and jam doughnuts, our Bakers craft delicious baked goods every single day

After 13 weeks, you’ll progress to a Bakery Apprentice, and through the apprenticeship we’ll help you learn about how to make a wide range of breads and baked goods. You’ll learn about product making and ingredients, methods and timings.

You will be providing a friendly and helpful service to all our customers, whilst you develop through your apprenticeship programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career and gain qualifications while earning.

Ideal for college or sixth-form leavers seeking their first step into the workplace.

No previous experience required – full training and support will be provided through the apprenticeship programme - you’ll just need the ability to be trained to use the equipment required and the ability to be trained to prepare fresh items.

We welcome applications from people at the beginning of their career journey who want to learn and develop.

The apprenticeship provides structured training and dedicated support, making it particularly attractive to those entering the workplace.

We value your hard work and commitment, and in return, we provide:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores available from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a Friend or Family member
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Subsidised in store cafe or shop floor ranges
• Free parking
• Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Optional Payroll charity donations
• A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

Find out more about working in Retail at Morrisons Here

After 13 weeks as a Customer Assistant, you’ll enrol as a Bakery Apprentice and:

• Complete a level 2 Baker apprenticeship standard
• Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
• Learn and train for a specific job
• Get hands-on experience in a job
• Study for 6 hours of your working hours
• Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
• Be entitled to a TOTUM membership, find out more here About TOTUM | TOTUM UK