Head Baker

C&E Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected artisan bakery is seeking an experienced Head Baker to lead the production of authentic breads, such as challah, bagels, rye, and babka. You will be responsible for overseeing production schedules, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates have proven experience in traditional bread-making and leadership, along with strong knowledge of fermentation and baking techniques. This role offers a salary of £18 per hour plus training and development opportunities.

Benefits

£18 per hour

40-48 hrs/week

Evening shifts: 4pm/5pm (8 hrs)

Training & development opportunities

Supportive, quality-driven team

Qualifications

• Proven experience with doughs and traditional bread-making.
• Essential head baker or senior leadership experience.
• Skilled in challah, bagels, rye, and babka.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of authentic breads.
• Oversee production schedules and operations.
• Uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Doughs & traditional bread-making

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Hygiene

Knowledge of fermentation

Job description

Head Baker - Artisan Bakery (London)

We're looking for an experienced Head Baker to lead the production of authentic breads—challah, bagels, rye, babka—with precision and passion. You'll oversee production schedules, uphold top food safety standards, and keep operations running smoothly.

Start date: ASAP

The Perks

• £18 per hour
• 40-48 hrs/week
• Evening shifts: 4pm/5pm (8 hrs)
• Training & development opportunities
• Supportive, quality-driven team
• Work with asociado tradicional methods & authentic techniques

The Place

A respected artisan bakery dedicated to heritage baking and exceptional craftsmanship. Serving retail and wholesale customers with consistency and care.

The Person

• Proven experience with doughs & traditional bread-making
• Head Baker or senior leadership experience essential
• Skilled in challah, bagels, rye, babka
• Strong knowledge of fermentation, proofing, baking
• Organised, hygienic, and reliable
• Team leader with great communication

When you're an experienced Head Baker ready to join a professional, quality-focused bakery, we'd love to hear from you!