Night Bakery Operative

Birds Bakery; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,933 - 22,689; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee staff discount

Free on-site parking

4 weeks annual leave, increasing to 5 weeks after 5 years

Job summary

A popular bakery chain is seeking a dedicated Night Baker to join their team at the Ascot Drive Bakery in the East Midlands. This full-time role involves producing high-quality breads and baked goods in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be passionate about baking, with the opportunity for training provided for those new to the industry. The role offers 45 hours per week and a competitive salary range of £14.47 to £16.47. Additional perks include employee discounts and annual leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in mixing, shaping, and baking a variety of bread products.
• Understanding of fermentation processes in bread production.
• Ability to operate bakery machinery efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the mixing and baking of various bread products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the bakery.
• Meet strict production dispatch deadlines.

Skills

Good understanding of bread fermentation and baking processes

Knowledge of bakery machinery and production processes

Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work within a team environment

Confectionery skills (creaming, piping, coating)

Previous bakery experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Night Baker
Location: Ascot Drive Bakery DE24 8GN
Hours: 45 hours per week | 5 out of 7 nights | Various shift start times
Salary: £14.47 to £16.47 (Depending on experience)

Employment Type

Full-time

Hours

45 p/w

Purpose

Join Our Night Bakery Team

We have an exciting opportunity for full-time Bakers to join our dedicated Night Bakery Team at our Ascot Drive Bakery. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about baking and take pride in producing high-quality breads and baked goods in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Whether you already have bakery experience or are looking to develop your skills, we offer training for the right candidates who are eager to learn and committed to maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the mixing, shaping, and baking of a variety of bread products.
• Understand and work with the fermentation process involved in bread production.
• Operate bakery machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food hygiene.
• Work efficiently to ensure strict dispatch deadlines are met.
• Support the production of other bakery items where required.

Experience

• Good understanding of bread fermentation and baking processes.
• Knowledge of bakery machinery and production processes.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within a team environment.
• Confectionery skills (such as creaming, piping, and coating) would be advantageous.
• Previous bakery experience preferred but not essential – full training will be provided for suitable applicants.
• Employee staff discount
• Free on-site parking
• 4 weeks annual leave, increasing incrementally to 5 weeks after 5 years of continuous service, plus bank holidays

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