Head Baker

Company Details Confidential; Fingal; On-site; EUR 57,308,000 - 72,208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Pension in accordance with government

Job summary

Oak Smoke Bakery in Baldoyle, Dublin is seeking a Head Baker to lead day‑to‑day production and manage a four‑person team. You will organise production, ensure consistency, and uphold quality, food safety and cleanliness.

The role requires at least 5 years of bakery experience, strong sourdough skills and knowledge of HACCP/HSE. Competitive hourly pay and daytime shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' professional bakery experience.
• Experience with sourdough and high‑hydration doughs.
• HACCP, HSE and Irish food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily bakery production.
• Plan production according to wholesale orders and deadlines.
• Train and support the bakery team.
• Oversee mixing, fermentation, shaping and baking.
• Maintain hygiene and safety and ensure food safety compliance.

Skills

Bakery experience

Team leadership

Food safety

Sourdough

Education

No qualification

Baker

Job description

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

HEAD BAKER Oak Smoke Bakery | Baldoyle, Dublin €20–€24 per hour, depending on experience | Full-time | 40–42 hours per week

Oak Smoke Bakery is a growing artisan wholesale bakery in Baldoyle, Dublin, supplying breads and pastries to restaurants, delis and pubs across Dublin. We are looking for an experienced Head Baker to take responsibility for our day-to-day production and lead our team of four. This is a hands‑on leadership role, working directly with the owner. The successful candidate will be responsible for organising production, leading the team and ensuring consistent quality, efficiency, food safety and cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily bakery production
• Work hands‑on with the team and oversee the full production process
• Plan production according to wholesale orders and deadlines
• Work confidently with different flours and high‑hydration doughs
• Manage sourdough production and our daily‑maintained starter
• Oversee mixing, fermentation, shaping, proofing and baking
• Maintain consistent quality across breads and pastries
• Train and support the bakery team
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, HSE, food safety and allergen requirements
• Complete required production, cleaning, temperature and traceability paperwork
• Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness and safe working practices
• Identify problems, make decisions and take initiative to keep production running efficiently

About You

• Minimum 5 years' professional bakery experience
• Strong artisan and/or commercial bakery experience
• Excellent knowledge of flour, fermentation and dough handling
• Experience with sourdough and high‑hydration doughs
• Strong shaping, scoring and baking skills
• Experience with breads such as sourdough, ciabatta, baguettes, focaccia and brioche
• Wholesale/high-volume production experience is highly desirable
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
• Good knowledge of HACCP, HSE and Irish food safety requirements
• Highly organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience with croissants and laminated pastry is an advantage

What We Offer

• €20–€24 per hour, depending on experience
• Full-time, approximately 40–42 hours per week
• Predominantly daytime shifts
• Typically 5–6 days per week, depending on production requirements
• Paid annual leave
• Pension in accordance with applicable government requirements
• A senior role with genuine responsibility in a growing artisan bakery
• Direct collaboration with the owner

Location

Oak Smoke Bakery, Grange Close, Baldoyle, Dublin

Right to Work

Applicants must already have the legal right to work in Ireland. We do not provide visa or work permit sponsorship.

Sector

• accommodation and food service activities

Career Level

• Professional

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 5
• Minimum Qualification: No QualificationOR baker,
• Languages: English C2-Master (Fluent)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Catering, Communications, Computer Literacy, Hospitality
• Competency Skills: Flexibility, Management, Teamwork, Working on own Initiative
• Specialising In: baking, modeling, prodution