Baker - Nights

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Paddock Wood; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established bakery in Paddock Wood is seeking a skilled Night Baker to join their team. The position involves preparing and baking a wide range of high-quality bread and pastries during nighttime hours. With a competitive starting salary and opportunities for skill development, this is a great opportunity for passionate bakers looking for stability in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Stable full-time night shift hours

Supportive and friendly team environment

Opportunities to develop skills

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial or artisan bakery is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Physically fit for hands-on role requiring lifting and standing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of bread and pastries.
• Ensure product quality and cleanliness in the bakery.
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Baking techniques

Education

Proven experience as a professional baker

Job description

• Type: Permanent

Baker - Nights

Night Baker
Paddock Wood, Kent
Salary: £31,200 rising to £33,800 after successful probation
Hours:

Sunday to Wednesday: 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Thursday: 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Friday: 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
(Includes one rotated day off during the week)

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Night Baker to join a hardworking team at a well-established bakery in Paddock Wood, Kent.

If you're passionate about baking high-quality bread and pastries, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working through the night, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing, mixing, and baking a wide variety of Bread etc to a high standard
- Working to production schedules and ensuring consistent product quality
- Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards in the bakery
- Operating and maintaining bakery equipment
- Supporting the team with dough preparation, shaping, baking, and finishing

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a professional baker, ideally in a commercial or artisan environment
- Good understanding of traditional and modern baking techniques
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small, dedicated team
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills

Physically fit - this is a hands-on role that involves standing, lifting, and working at a pace

What On Offer:
- Competitive starting salary of £31,200, rising to £33,800 after probation
- Stable, full-time night shift hours
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- Opportunities to develop your skills and grow within the company

Location: Easily commutable from Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, and surrounding areas.

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• Start: 23/07/2025
• Location: Paddock Wood, England
• Type: Permanent
• Industry: Other

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