Assistant Baker

JobStart Scheme; Whitehead; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local bakery in Whitehead is seeking a motivated assistant baker to assist in the preparation and baking of various items. The role includes following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with the head baker. Ideal candidates should have previous food experience and can work well under pressure. This temporary position offers up to 25 hours per week, with competitive hourly rates depending on age.

Qualifications

• Follow recipes accurately to ensure consistency and quality of products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the head baker in managing inventory levels.
• Assist with the decoration and presentation of baked goods.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

Skills

Ability to follow guidance

Ability to work well under pressure

Ability to work as part of a team

Previous food experience

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: TWEEDIE PIES HOME BAKERYTweedie Pies Bakery are seeking a motivated assistant baker to assist in the preparation and baking of various bakery items, including bread, pastries, and cakes. The role involves following recipes to ensure product consistency, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and assisting with the decoration and presentation of baked goods. Working closely with the head baker and the team, you will help meet production goals while upholding food safety standards and delivering high-quality products to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes accurately to ensure consistency and quality of products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, including equipment and utensils.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and hygiene practices at all times.
• Support the head baker in managing inventory levels of ingredients and supplies.
• Assist with the decoration and presentation of baked goods for display.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and customer demands.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
• An effective communicator who can work well as part of a team in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use your own initiative, be pro-active and adaptable to change and production demands.
• Ensuring that high-quality products are prepared and presented to our customers.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to follow guidance.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Previous food experience.

Further Information

The Employer is: TWEEDIE PIES HOME BAKERYJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information-Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.-Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.-Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1747323 Job Sector Hotel and Catering Area Co Antrim Location Whitehead Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 24/11/2025 Closing date 02/01/2026 Worktime 4am to 9am, days to be confirmed by employer