Head Baker - Artisan Bakery & Café | £50-60K | Southeast London

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known recruitment firm in London is seeking a Head Baker to lead the creation of a new brunch menu from scratch. You will manage a team and ensure high standards in baking while working in a vibrant bakery environment. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in recipe development and leadership, with a salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 and opportunities for bonuses and health benefits.

Benefits

Annual performance-based bonus

Private health insurance after two years

Autonomy in menu creation

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Baker.
• Excellent knowledge of allergies and large-scale production.
• Ambitious and eager to grow with the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead the savoury section and a team of three.
• Create and implement a new brunch menu.
• Manage time effectively in a 7-day operation.

Skills

Strong baking skills

Recipe development

Food safety knowledge

Leadership

Creative mindset

Job description

Overview

Lead the creation of an exciting new brunch offering from scratch in a dynamic, multi-faceted bakery environment.

The Business

• A well-established and growing artisan bakery, café, and retail brand
• Multiple revenue streams including retail units, a bakery school, and events
• Modern, high-quality produce with a focus on innovation
• Southeast location with excellent transport links

The Head Baker Role

• Lead and develop the savoury section and a team of three
• Create, cost, and implement a brand-new brunch menu from scratch
• Ensure all recipes, allergy protocols, and roll-out procedures are managed
• 70% hands-on production and 30% administrative duties
• Manage your own time in this 7-day operation

The Ideal Head Baker

• Proven experience as a Head Baker, with strong baking skills
• A creative and operational mindset, skilled in recipe development and costing
• Excellent knowledge of allergies, food safety, and large-scale production
• A natural leader and mentor, keen to develop both the team and the section
• Ambitious, young in spirit, and eager to grow with a forward-thinking company

Why Apply?

• Salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
• Autonomy to create and manage your own section and menu
• Annual performance-based bonus
• December bonus after the first year of service
• Private health insurance after two years
• Be part of a vibrant, multi-faceted food brand

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com