Seasonal Bakery Assistant – Christmas Crew

Bettys & Taylors of Harrogate; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Freshly cooked hot meals while at work

Free drinks and snacks

Discounts on Bettys & Taylors products

Health benefits (health cash plan, etc

Wellbeing support and EAP

Pension schemes and life assurance

Flexible working options

Potential additional holidays purchase

Job summary

Bettys & Taylors Group in Harrogate is hiring 20 Seasonal Bakery Assistants for our Craft Bakery in Starbeck. Roles run Aug–Dec 2026 across departments including Pastry, Confectionery, Cake Decorating, Fulfilment, Despatch, and Hygiene.

You will assist with production, packing, and despatch of festive products, working shifts from early morning to evening. Full training provided; no prior bakery experience required.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individuals eager to help create the Bettys Christmas experience.
• Able to work in a busy, fast-paced bakery environment.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Pride in producing high-quality work and consistency.
• Reliable, flexible and committed to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production, baking and finishing of bakery products including Fat Rascals.
• Pack freshly made products and apply labels to specification.
• Prepare products for safe, timely despatch to five Café Tea Rooms.
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety and hygiene throughout the bakery.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet production targets during peak times.

Skills

Team player

Busy environment

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Job description

Bettys & Taylors Group in Harrogate is hiring 20 Seasonal Bakery Assistants for our Craft Bakery in Starbeck. Roles run Aug–Dec 2026 across departments including Pastry, Confectionery, Cake Decorating, Fulfilment, Despatch, and Hygiene.

You will assist with production, packing, and despatch of festive products, working shifts from early morning to evening. Full training provided; no prior bakery experience required.