Baker

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading baking company is seeking a dedicated Baker for the Day Shift in Northampton, responsible for creating high-quality croissants, brioche, and other baked goods. Ideal candidates have a passion for baking, strong attention to detail, and the ability to maintain high standards while working efficiently. The role offers a stable day shift with competitive pay and benefits in a supportive and growing company environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Stable day shift hours

Supportive company

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in baking or pastry preferred; home bakers are encouraged.
• Ability to maintain high quality standards while working quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in the finished products.

Responsibilities

• Create a variety of baked goods, including croissants and brioche.
• Mix, laminate, shape, proof, and bake dough.
• Follow recipes and production plans for consistency.
• Monitor dough development and proofing conditions.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Baking experience

Ability to work at pace

Job description

Baker Day Shift

Location: Oakham/Wellingborough

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Stable day shift hours
• Supportive and growing company
• Onsite parking

About the Role

We are looking for someone who genuinely loves the craft of baking. This role suits a baker who takes pride in every fold, every proof, and every buttery layer, and who enjoys producing high-quality baked goods consistently.

The Role

• Creating a range of croissants, pains au chocolat, brioche and seasonal specials
• Working dough from start to finish, including mixing, lamination, shaping, proofing and baking
• Following recipes and daily production plans to maintain consistency
• Monitoring dough development, butter temperature and proofing conditions
• Supporting stock checks, rotation and ordering ingredients when required
• Maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards with a clean-as-you-go approach
• Assisting with audits, inspections and compliance requirements

About You

• Experience in baking or pastry, including home bakers looking to turn their passion into a career
• Ability to work at pace while maintaining high quality standards
• Strong attention to detail and pride in finished products

How to Apply

To apply for the Baker Day Shift position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application and next steps