URGENT - Bread Baker

Humdingers Catering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Humdingers Catering, located in the lively Shoreditch area, is looking for a dedicated Baker to prepare a variety of breads, with a focus on sourdough. This role includes mixing dough, baking various types of bread, and ensuring top-quality pastries for our customers.

We seek candidates with experience in baking and a passion for culinary arts. Join us to create delightful baked goods in a supportive team environment!

Qualifications

• Work experience as a Baker and expertise in sourdough making.
• Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare different types of bread, especially sourdough.
• Weigh ingredients and mix dough.
• Clean kitchen equipment before and after usage.
• Shape dough for pastries like croissants.
• Track supplies and place orders as needed.

Skills

Experience as a Baker

Sourdough making

Customer-focused attitude

Familiarity with kitchen equipment

Team spirit

Education

Certification from a culinary school

Tools

Mixers

Blenders

Dough sheeters

Job description

Based in the renowned Shoreditch area, Humdingers is a small independent bakery on Hoxton Street. Operating 6 days a week, and providing the local community with the best selection of breads and pastries.

Job Description

We are looking for a Baker to prepare different types of bread and more specifically Sourdough.

Baker responsibilities include mixing dough, preparing fillings and glazing pastries. To be successful in this role, you need to have work experience as a Baker and you must master your sourdough making!

Ultimately, you will make sure we offer fresh and delicious goods to our customers on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Clean kitchen equipment and tools before & after use
• Weigh flour and other ingredients to prepare dough
• Bake different bread types, like sourdough, baguettes and multigrain breads
• Adjust oven temperatures to ensure proper baking
• Shape dough to prepare different types of pastries, including croissants
• Recommend recipes to renew our menu and attract more customers (e.g. gluten-free or vegan desserts)
• Track food supplies and place orders, as needed

Qualifications

Requirements

• Experience as a Baker and sourdough maker
• Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders and dough sheeters
• Understanding of food safety practices
• Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude
• Certification from a culinary school is a plus

If you have passion and ambition that sets you apart from your peers, if you can deliver true craftsmanship and quality with charm and flair then join us in creating the best team in the business.

Additional Information

• 5 days a week (day time)