Head Baker

Job information

• Role: Head baker

• Position: Back of House

• Job Type: Permanent

• Salary: £45k

• Location: London

• West London (W1)

Job Description

As Head Baker, you will take ownership of the day-to-day bakery operation, leading from the front while ensuring production runs smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for managing the team, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the bakery.

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £45,000 per annum.
• 45-hour working week over 5 days.
• The opportunity to join a well-established, quality-driven artisan bakery.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career progression within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the bakery team, creating a positive and productive working environment.
• Oversee daily production to ensure all products are delivered on time and to the highest standard.
• Maintain exceptional quality control across all breads, pastries, and bakery products.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, and minimise waste.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop junior bakers.
• Work closely with senior management to improve processes and support menu development where required.
• Monitor labour and production efficiencies while maintaining artisan quality.

About You

• Previous experience as a Head Baker or Senior Baker in an artisan bakery.
• Strong knowledge of sourdough, artisan breads, laminated pastries, and fermentation techniques.
• A natural leader with excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Passionate about producing exceptional bakery products.
• Calm under pressure with excellent time management.
• A hands-on approach and willingness to lead by example.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene certification (or equivalent) is desirable.

Contact details at change for this role:

• Consultant: James Buckland
• Tel: 02081941581

Email James Buckland

Please quote Job ID: Head baker when enquiring about this role.