High-Volume Bakery Assistant — Detail-Oriented Production

Compass Group PLC; Whipsnade; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Bakery Assistant to join their team at Whipsnade Zoo in the UK. The role involves supporting production baking for catering outlets in a volume-focused environment. Candidates should possess some experience in food production or a bakery setting and must be detail-oriented. The position offers comprehensive on-site training and various employee benefits, including annual leave, wellness programs, and travel discounts.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free meals on duty

Access to wellness, mindfulness, and fitness classes

Contributory pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a bakery, food production, or catering environment is preferred.
• Confidence in following recipes and set processes.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior members.

Responsibilities

• Support production baking to agreed recipes and schedules.
• Prepare and bake products consistently and to specification.
• Maintain quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Work efficiently in a volume-focused environment.
• Assist with stock control and waste reduction.
• Keep work areas clean and compliant with food safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Basic food hygiene knowledge

Job description

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Bakery Assistant to join their team at Whipsnade Zoo in the UK. The role involves supporting production baking for catering outlets in a volume-focused environment. Candidates should possess some experience in food production or a bakery setting and must be detail-oriented. The position offers comprehensive on-site training and various employee benefits, including annual leave, wellness programs, and travel discounts.