Head Baker Artisan Bakery Location: Bakewell, Derbyshire Salary: £30,000 £38,000 per annum (depending on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week (early starts required) Start Date: January start preferred
Are you an experienced and passionate Baker ready to lead the launch of a brand-new artisan bakery? This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a fresh, modern bakery concept attached to a busy coffee shop, producing high-quality pastries, breads, and small-batch baked goods for two thriving locations. Youll have full creative influence, the chance to build a menu from scratch, and the opportunity to shape the identity of the bakery from day one. About the Role As Head Baker, you will oversee the entire bakery operation, producing a core pastry range, simple breads, and a small cake selection. You will design the production schedule, refine the menu, and ensure all goods are ready early each morning for delivery to a second shop. This role offers significant autonomy, creativity, and the chance to develop a small team around you. It is ideal for an ambitious artisan baker who wants to build something of their own within a modern, growing brand. What We Offer Competitive salary of £30,000 £38,000 per annum
Potential for profit-share based on bakery performance
40-hour working week with flexibility in designing your own schedule
Creative control over menu development and product range
Opportunity to build and manage your own team as the bakery grows
Supportive, modern working environment with a focus on quality and craft
Key Responsibilities Produce high-standard artisan pastries, breads, and cakes to a consistent level
Develop and refine the bakery menu, including seasonal additions
Design and manage a production schedule to meet early morning deadlines
Maintain high levels of quality, organisation, and cleanliness
Contribute ideas for future product lines and bakery growth
Lead, motivate, and develop bakery staff as the team expands
Manage stock, ordering, and operational efficiency
About You Proven experience producing high-quality artisan baked goods
Strong skills in pastries, lamination, viennoiserie, and small-batch baking
Experience in a bakery, patisserie, or artisan coffee shop environment
Organised, reliable, and confident working to early morning schedules
Creative, passionate, and inspired by modern bakeries
Comfortable working independently in a start-up bakery setting
Positive, energetic personality suited to a young, modern brand
How to Apply If youre a skilled artisan baker who is excited by the idea of building a bakery from the ground up, wed love to speak with you. Apply now or contact Rachel on 07597 563 163 for more information. INDCH
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