Baker

The Secret Hospitality Group; Swansea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing hospitality group is seeking a talented Head Baker in Swansea to oversee bakery operations across five venues. The role involves producing high-quality baked goods and leading the bakery team. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in a professional kitchen, creativity to develop new baking ideas, and high standards of quality. Competitive salary based on experience and working early mornings required. If you're ambitious and ready for a challenge, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Creative freedom to innovate

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to shape bakery operations

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Baker, Pastry Chef, or Senior Baker in a professional kitchen or bakery.
• Strong creative vision to develop new ideas and products.
• Excellent knowledge of pastry, cakes, breads, and desserts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee baking for five busy restaurants and associated venues.
• Produce and develop a wide range of high-quality baked goods.
• Collaborate with chefs and management for consistency and creativity.

Skills

Creative vision

High standards of organization

Excellent knowledge of pastry, cakes, breads, and desserts

Job description

Head Baker - Hospitality Group (5 Venues + associated events)

Location: Fforestfach
Hours: Early mornings required (from 4am/5am)
Employment Type: Full-time

We’re looking for a talented and passionate Head Baker to join our growing hospitality group, overseeing baking for our five busy restaurants and associated venues. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and experienced baker to lead our bakery operations, develop new ideas, and take our offering to the next level.

About the Role

The Head Baker will be responsible for producing and developing a wide range of high-quality baked goods for:

• Cake counters and retail selections
• Birthday cakes offered as desserts
• Bespoke breads and artisan loaves
• Dessert menus across all restaurants
• Sundries and retail items
• Private and corporate events

You’ll bring flair, precision, and leadership to the bakery, working closely with our chefs and management team to ensure consistency, creativity, and excellence in every bake. You will need to be flexible, creative and ready for new challenges and exciting opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Baker, Pastry Chef, or Senior Baker in a professional kitchen or bakery
• Strong creative vision and the ability to develop new ideas and products - from modern patisserie and trend led creations to classic cakes and traditional breads
• Excellent knowledge of pastry, cakes, breads, and desserts
• High standards of organization, consistency, and quality control
• Comfortable working early mornings (from 4am/5am)
• Must be able to drive or travel reliably to our bakery at that time

What We Offer

• The chance to shape and grow a dynamic bakery operation
• Creative freedom to innovate and introduce new ideas
• Supportive team environment within a well-established hospitality group
• Competitive salary (DOE)

If you’re an experienced and ambitious baker ready to make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation: To be discussed