Artisan Baker - Succession Opportunity

Menter a Busnes; Alnwick; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected bakery in North East England seeks an artisan baker passionate about high-quality, traditional baking. The successful candidate will produce sourdough and rye-based breads and collaborate closely with a skilled team. Experience in naturally-leavened bread is essential. This role offers a flexible working environment and the opportunity to contribute to a valued local business.

Benefits

Flexible working terms

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to take over the business

Qualifications

• Skilled artisan baker with experience in naturally-leavened bread.
• Reliability and strong work ethic are essential.
• Willingness to relocate and join a respected food business.

Responsibilities

• Produce sourdough and rye-based breads to a high standard.
• Collaborate with the bakery team to meet production targets.
• Uphold food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Experience in naturally-leavened bread

Passion for baking

Team player

Resilient and organized

Committed to high product standards

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Artisan Baker
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you a passionate artisan baker looking to join a respected, values-led bakery?
Do you thrive in a hands‑on baking environment where quality, tradition, and creativity are central to everything?
Would you like to be part of a small, skilled team making naturally‑leavened breads for a loyal customer base?

Location of the Job

North East England (relocation welcome)

Salary and Benefits Package

• Salary: TBC - dependent on experience
• Flexible working terms
• Supportive working environment with mentoring from the current Director and an opportunity to take over and own the business
• Join a highly regarded bakery with strong roots in the local food community

About the Business

Our client is a long-established artisan bakery known for its excellence in sourdough and naturally‑leavened breads. Based in a vibrant market town, the bakery supplies both loyal retail customers and respected wholesale accounts. The business prioritises traditional baking methods, exceptional product quality, and the use of organic and locally‑sourced ingredients wherever possible.

Artisan Baker - Job Role Details

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced baker to work in a dedicated artisan bakery setting. You'll be hands‑on in daily bread production and play a key role in maintaining the bakery's high standards across all products.

Artisan Baker - Key Responsibilities

• Produce sourdough and rye‑based breads to a consistently high standard
• Follow traditional methods with care and attention to detail
• Collaborate with a small, skilled bakery team to meet daily production targets
• Uphold strong food safety and hygiene standards
• Support seasonal product development and process improvements
• Take pride in creating high‑quality products for wholesale and retail customers

Artisan Baker - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications

You will have/be:

• A skilled artisan baker with experience in naturally‑leavened bread (essential)
• Passionate about baking, quality ingredients, and traditional methods
• A reliable and hardworking team player
• Resilient, positive, and organised under pressure
• Committed to maintaining high product standards
• Open to relocation (if applicable) and excited to join a well‑respected food business

How to Apply

Please click on the "apply now" button or reply directly to this email to express your interest.

As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.

The Industry (Key Words)

Artisan Baker, Sourdough Bread, Bakery Jobs, Traditional Baking, Naturally‑Leavened Bread, Organic Ingredients, Local Food, Food Production, Bakery Jobs UK, North East England

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About Us

Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head‑hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry‑leading organisations across the UK and internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of agriculture, farming, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education.