At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to create exceptional artisan breads and pastries.
- Company: A growing artisan bakery known for quality and craftsmanship.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Hands-on role with a focus on team development and high standards.
- Why this job: Join a creative environment where your baking skills can shine and make a difference.
- Qualifications: Proven baking experience and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We’re working with a growing artisan bakery business to appoint an experienced and passionate Head Baker to join its bakery team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who combines exceptional baking skills with the ability to lead a team, maintain consistently high standards and support the continued growth of the business. The bakery has built its reputation around quality, craftsmanship and genuinely great products, and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion.
As Head Baker, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of bakery production, working closely with the Head of Bakery to ensure the team delivers exceptional products consistently and efficiently. You’ll be a visible, hands-on leader within the bakery – someone who enjoys being part of production while also developing people, improving processes and maintaining the highest standards.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading and motivating the bakery team across daily production
- Producing consistently high-quality artisan breads, pastries and bakery products
- Supporting the Head of Bakery with production planning and day-to-day operations
- Managing production schedules, workflow and team rotas
- Maintaining excellent standards across quality, presentation and consistency
- Training, coaching and developing bakers at different levels of experience
- Ensuring recipes, processes and specifications are followed accurately
- Monitoring ingredients, stock levels, wastage and production efficiency
- Maintaining exceptional food safety, hygiene and health
Head Baker employer: Sanderson King
At Sanderson King, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration in the heart of London. Our hybrid working environment not only promotes work-life balance but also provides ample opportunities for professional growth and influence within our ambitious team. Join us to be part of a diverse portfolio in the entertainment sector, where your expertise will be valued and rewarded.
