Up to £35,000 per annum plus performance bonus and fantastic benefits 40 hours over 5 days | 4:00am – 12:30pm or 4:30am - 1pm | Regular Weekend working Due to the location of the estate, a driving license is advised for this role Learn about our bakery Read the full job description Our Senior Baker Our Senior Bakers are hands-on craftspeople who help lead production at our state-of-the-art Bakery. borking closely with the Head of Bakery, you'll play a key role in daily operations—ensuring our signature sourdoughs, viennoiseries, and pastries are baked to perfection every time. With a balance of skill, leadership and calm under pressure, you’ll support junior bakers, uphold quality, and bring consistency to every stage of the process. Key Responsibilities Craft exceptional sourdough, viennoiseries, laminated pastries, and enriched doughs Oversee fermentation for ideal flavour and structure Support the smooth flow of daily production Mentor junior bakers and foster a collaborative environment Manage mise en place, ingredient collection, and stock levels Champion food safety, organisation, and cleanliness Lead by example in quality control and consistency What we can offer A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally. Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes. Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments. Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants. Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan. Complimentary staff meal each shift – crafted by our dedicated kitchen team, often featuring fresh produce from our estate. We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay. Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team. What we're looking for 4–5 years’ experience in professional baking, including a senior or supervisory role Skilled in sourdough, lamination, enriched doughs, and slow fermentation Confident managing workflows and mentoring junior team members Calm under pressure, highly organised, and quality-driven Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP Comfortable with early starts, weekends, and public holidays Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate Where you'll be working - Our Bakery Our Bakery is a hub of artisanal craft, producing exceptional sourdoughs, viennoiseries, cakes, tarts and more—all made with care, precision, and Wildfarmed flour. Located at Avalon Farm, our newly built bakery combines traditional techniques with modern equipment, creating the perfect environment for skilled bakers to flourish. We’re a close-knit team of 15, united by a passion for quality and curiosity to keep learning. Through structured development, food safaris, and training opportunities, we’re constantly refining our craft. Who are we - The Newt in Somerset Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences