Night Baker

the oven door ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A bakery company in Leeds is looking for a Baker to produce artisan breads and pastries. Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s baking experience and a passion for craftsmanship. This role offers the chance for progression into senior roles and a supportive environment. Competitive salary based on experience, staff discounts, and free food after shifts included.

Benefits

Very Competitive salary depending on experience

Opportunity to grow in an established business

Supportive environment with teamwork

Staff discounts

Free food after each shift

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Baker, Bread Baker or Pastry Baker (minimum 1 year).
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, CCPs and kitchen safety.
• Must have own transport unless you live within walking distance.

Responsibilities

• Produce a range of artisan breads and baked goods.
• Monitor oven temperatures and baking times.
• Work closely with the Head Baker.

Skills

Dough handling

Shaping and baking

Food hygiene knowledge

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Responsibilities

• Produce a range of artisan breads, pastries and baked goods following recipe cards and quality standards
• Mix, knead, shape, prove and bake – ensuring consistency, precision and creativity
• Monitor oven temperatures, dough development and baking times to deliver perfect results
• Maintain clean, organised workspaces and uphold the highest food hygiene and safety standards
• Work closely with the Head Baker
• Contribute to new recipe ideas and seasonal specials
• Early starts giving you the daytime off. Working 5 nights per week with weekends off

About you

• Previous experience as a Baker, Bread Baker or Pastry Baker (minimum 1 year)
• Strong practical skills in dough handling, shaping and baking
• A genuine passion for artisan baking and craftsmanship
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, CCPs and kitchen safety
• Reliable, organised and ready to work early shifts
• A team player with the energy, ambition and drive to grow into a senior role
• Must have own transport unless you live within walking distance

What’s In It For You

• Very Competitive salary depending on experience
• Opportunity to grow in an established business – clear progression into Senior Baker or Supervisor roles
• Learn directly from talented Head Baker and contribute to new product development
• Supportive, energetic environment where ideas are valued and teamwork is key
• Staff discounts and free food after each shift

If You Love

• The smell of freshly baked bread at dawn & a creative bakery team
• Seeing your work bring joy to customers every single day
• Then this is your chance to be part of an established family business with caring owners.