Assistant Head Baker: Lead, Innovate & Scale Pastry

Harri; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WatchHouse is seeking an Assistant Head Baker to support the Bakery Manager in leading production across shifts, upholding the highest standards of quality and safety. You will drive product development with the Food Team, mentor staff, and solve production challenges while ensuring efficient labour use and consistent results across all product lines.

With expertise in lamination, Viennoiserie and patisserie, you will uphold HACCP principles and Level 3 Food Hygiene, training and developing the

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a high-volume bakery.
• Experience in lamination, Viennoiserie, enriched doughs and patisserie.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety practices and scheduling.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene or completion by probation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Bakery Manager on menu development and product launches.
• Lead and mentor the bakery team to maintain quality and develop talent.
• Solve production issues and optimize workflow and labour usage.
• Manage bakery production across multiple shifts and departments.
• Monitor ingredient inventory and coordinate stock management.
• Ensure equipment is safe and maintenance followed up.
• Drive food safety compliance and uphold cleanliness and traceability.
• Enforce recipes, product standards, and portion control.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Lamination

Viennoiserie

Enriched doughs

Patisserie

Food Hygiene Level 3

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

WatchHouse is seeking an Assistant Head Baker to support the Bakery Manager in leading production across shifts, upholding the highest standards of quality and safety. You will drive product development with the Food Team, mentor staff, and solve production challenges while ensuring efficient labour use and consistent results across all product lines.

With expertise in lamination, Viennoiserie and patisserie, you will uphold HACCP principles and Level 3 Food Hygiene, training and developing the