SEASONAL MINCE PIE MAKER

The Cavan Bakery; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cavan Bakery is seeking enthusiastic helpers to learn the craft of mince pie production for the seasonal period. You will be trained in pastry handling, filling, shaping, finishing and baking, contributing to a传统 craftsmanship during a peak holiday season.

No previous bakery experience is required, and full training will be provided to build practical skills and confidence in a professional bakery setting.

Qualifications

• No previous bakery or food production experience is required; full training will be provided.
• Previous experience in bakery, food production or manufacturing would be beneficial but is not essential.
• We are particularly interested in enthusiastic, reliable candidates who are keen to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn how mince pies are prepared and produced to Cavan Bakery’s standards.
• Develop practical pastry handling, filling, shaping, finishing and baking skills.
• Follow recipes and production processes safely in a busy seasonal environment.
• Contribute to maintaining quality and cleanliness on the bakery production line.

Job description

# SEASONAL MINCE PIE MAKERby Octavia | Oct 1, 2026Mince Pie Maker**About Cavan Bakery** Founded in 1929, Cavan Bakery is a third-generation family business built on quality, craftsmanship and community. From artisan breads and pastries to freshly prepared products, we are proud of our heritage while continuing to innovate and grow.Our values of Respect, Heritage, Innovation, Integrity, Sustainability and Excellence shape how we work and how we support our people.**Your Opportunity** We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable people who are interested in learning the skills involved in making mince pies and developing a career within a bakery environment. As a Mince Pie Maker, you will play an important role in producing the seasonal products that bring quality, craftsmanship and tradition to life at Cavan Bakery. Working alongside our experienced bakery and production team, you will learn the skills and processes involved in making our mince pies, from preparing and handling pastry through to filling, finishing and baking. No previous bakery experience is required. This is an opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable and keen to learn new skills. With training and support from our experienced team, you will develop your confidence and knowledge while gaining valuable experience in a professional bakery environment.**What You’ll Learn & Contribute** You will have the opportunity to: • Learn how mince pies are prepared and produced to Cavan Bakery’s standards. • Develop practical skills in pastry handling, filling, shaping, finishing and baking. • Learn how to use bakery equipment safely and effectively. • Understand the importance of quality, consistency and presentation. • Work as part of an experienced production team. • Follow recipes, instructions and production processes. • Develop your confidence working in a busy professional bakery. • Gain valuable experience that can help you build a future career in food production or baking.**Through this experience, you will develop** Practical & Production Skills Learn the fundamental skills involved in mince pie production, including handling ingredients and pastry, filling, shaping, finishing and preparing products for baking. Quality & Attention to Detail Learn why consistency matters and how to ensure products meet the required standards for appearance, size, filling and quality. Teamwork & Communication Develop your ability to work effectively as part of a busy production team, communicate with colleagues and support those around you. Food Safety & Hygiene Learn the importance of maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safe working practices. Working in a Professional Environment Build confidence, reliability and organisation while gaining experience in a real bakery production environment.**How You’ll Make an Impact** Your contribution will help us to: • Produce high-quality mince pies for our customers • Maintain consistency across every product • Support our busy seasonal production • Work efficiently while minimising waste • Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene and cleanliness • Support the wider bakery team • Help us deliver products that customers look forward to every Christmas • Continue the craftsmanship and heritage that Cavan Bakery has built since 1929**Your Development Journey** We don’t expect you to know everything when you start. You will be given the training and support you need to learn the role and develop your skills. You will work alongside experienced colleagues who can show you the correct techniques and help you build confidence. For people who demonstrate reliability, enthusiasm, a strong work ethic and good progress, there may be opportunities to continue working with Cavan Bakery after the seasonal period.**What You’ll Bring** We are looking for people who: • Are enthusiastic and keen to learn • Take pride in doing a good job • Are reliable and committed • Have a positive attitude • Are willing to listen, learn and follow instructions • Have good attention to detail • Enjoy practical, hands-on work • Can work well as part of a team • Are comfortable working in a busy production environment • Understand the importance of food hygiene and cleanliness • Want to develop new skills and gain valuable work experience**Skills & Experience** No previous bakery or food production experience is required, full training will be provided.Previous experience in a bakery, food production or manufacturing environment would be beneficial, but it is not essential,We are particularly interested in people who are enthusiastic about learning, reliable and keen to build their skills.**Why Join Cavan?** ✓ A proud family business with nearly 100 years of heritage ✓ A supportive environment where people can learn and grow ✓ The opportunity to build valuable workplace skills ✓ A role where your contribution makes a real difference ✓ A workplace built on respect, integrity and excellence ✓ A business built on strong values and continuous improvement