Quality Auditor

The Bread Factory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading artisan bakery in the UK is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance professional to ensure food safety and quality standards are met. You will be responsible for auditing production processes, coaching colleagues, and maintaining compliance with HACCP standards. This role offers competitive pay, growth opportunities, and various staff perks including discounts and wellness support.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Staff discounts

Wellbeing support

Flexibility in time management

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, ideally bakery or similar.
• Understanding of hygiene, allergen management, and good manufacturing practices.
• Internal auditor training (a plus, not a must).

Responsibilities

• Audit production, packaging, and storage areas for standards.
• Carry out line checks for weight and packaging integrity.
• Coach colleagues on quality and food safety standards.

Skills

Knowledge of food safety and quality systems (HACCP, BRCGS)

Sharp attention to detail and accuracy

Clear and constructive communication skills

Strong organisation and time management

Education

HACCP Level 2 or 3

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed... to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK.

What a Typical Day Could Look Like:

• Audit production, packaging, and storage areas to check hygiene, allergen controls, and food safety standards
• Carry out line checks for weight, temperature, coding, labelling, and packaging integrity
• Monitor and record CCP and CP checks in line with HACCP requirements
• Report non-conformances and support corrective and preventive actions
• Contribute to internal audits covering allergens, traceability, cleaning validation, pest control, and more
• Keep accurate audit records and track trends to support root cause analysis and improvements
• Take part in customer, third-party, and regulatory audits, providing evidence and support
• Coach colleagues on quality and food safety standards
• Escalate serious food safety risks directly to the Quality Manager

We\'re looking for people who want to make a difference in food safety and quality. You\'ll bring:

• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems (HACCP, BRCGS, retailer standards)
• HACCP Level 2 or 3 and Level 2 Food Safety (training available if you\'re close)
• Previous experience in food manufacturing, ideally bakery or similar
• Understanding of hygiene, allergen management, and good manufacturing practices
• Internal auditor training (a plus, not a must)
• Sharp attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear and constructive communication skills
• Strong organisation, record-keeping, and time management
• The ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, collaborative approach while being able to work independently

Why You\'ll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive pay - earn a fair wage for the important work you do
• Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential
• Tasty perks - enjoy freshly baked products during your shift, and take some home to share
• Staff discounts - 40-50% off at The Bread Factory and GAIL\'s Bakery
• Your wellbeing matters - access to our 24/7 GP helpline, free eye tests, and a dedicated wellness centre
• Flex your time - buy or sell holiday, take a career break, and enjoy family leave options
• Stay supported - from childcare nursery scheme and tech purchase schemes to pension contributions and mortgage advice
• Get rewarded - refer-a-friend bonuses, long service holidays, and exclusive platform discounts
• Move smart - Cycle to Work scheme and gym memberships to help you stay active

Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU

Shift and Hours

As we launch our brand new site, you\'ll start on a Monday to Friday shift for the first 6 to 8 weeks, working either 7:00 am to 3:00 pm or 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Once the site is fully up and running, you\'ll move onto a 12-hour shift pattern, working 4 days on and 4 days off. We\'re looking for people who can bring flexibility and adaptability as the operation grows, with the benefit of longer rest periods once the 4-on 4-off rota begins.

Our Care Values

We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way.

We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all.

We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers.

We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.