Head Baker

Position: Head Baker
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000
Establishment: Farm shop and Restaurant location
Location: Outskirts of Newbury
Shifts : 40-45 hours, 5/7 days, Weekend work required

Our clients has a unique opportunity for a baker who is passionate about producing high-quality bread and viennoiserie using local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients. The role will centre around baking a small range of breads, laminated pastries as well as sweet and savoury items to sell in our restaurant and bakery.Our client is looking for

• A strong team player
• A deep knowledge and understanding of naturally fermented bread, enriched doughs and viennoiserie
• At least 2 years’ experience in a real bread bakery
• Working knowledge and understanding of food safety laws and guidelines
• An enthusiastic & optimistic character; always able to approach situations with a solution-based attitude.
• An eagerness to learn and share knowledge within a passionate team of like-minded people.
• Has experience managing or coordinating a small team
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliable and self-motivated, especially when working alone

The ideal candidate will

• Adhere to and be an ambassador for the clients core values
• Ensure that all bakery operations are completed in a timely and professional manner
• Work with the Head Chef to propose and develop a frequently changing and seasonal bakery offering
• Identify and meet business needs
• Baking, mixing and producing naturally leavened breads
• Working with and baking viennoiserie and pastry goods
• Establish, develop and maintain relationships with millers, growers and suppliers in the South of England