At The Village Bakery, we take pride in crafting high-quality, artisanal breads with a strong focus on sourdough. Our team is passionate about great food and building a business that values excellence, creativity, and collaboration.
We are looking for skilled and experienced bakers to join our team. These role requires someone with a deep understanding of sourdough techniques, who is comfortable working early mornings/nights thrives in a team environment, and genuinely cares about their craft and the success of the business.
We are currently expanding into a new unit, opposite our existing one.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and bake a variety of sourdough and yeasted breads to a high standard
* Maintain and feed sourdough starters with care and consistency
* Collaborate closely with the baking team to ensure smooth daily operations
* Follow and improve upon existing recipes and processes
* Ensure cleanliness, organization, and hygiene standards are maintained in the kitchen
* Be flexible with shift patterns, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
* Support the broader goals of the business and contribute ideas for improvement
What We're Looking For:
* 2+ years of professional baking experience, with a focus on sourdough
* Strong knowledge of fermentation, shaping, and baking techniques
* A team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
* A proactive attitude and willingness to adapt to the needs of the day
* Passion for baking, food quality, and customer satisfaction
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage time well
* A genuine care for the business and a desire to contribute to its success
What We Offer:
* A supportive and passionate team environment
* Opportunity to be part of a growing, community-focused bakery
* Room for growth and development for the right candidate
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a short note about why you're a great fit. We'd love to hear about your baking experience and why you love working with sourdough.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Bishop's Stortford CM22 7LL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Commercial Bakery: 3 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person