Assistant Baker

JobStart Scheme; Whitehead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local bakery in Whitehead is seeking a motivated assistant baker to help with the preparation and baking of a variety of items, including bread and pastries. The role requires adherence to recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with product decoration. Ideal candidates will work closely with the head baker, meet production goals, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This temporary position offers flexible hours up to 25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately follow recipes for consistency.
• Capable of maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Familiar with food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and baking of various bakery items.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards.
• Help in the decoration and presentation of baked goods.

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 1752126 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 02/01/2026 Closing date 12/02/2026 Worktime 4am to 9am, days to be confirmed by employer.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 Jan 2026