Baker

Northampton Business Directory; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bakery is looking for a Baker for the Day Shift in Wellingborough. The ideal candidate should have experience in baking or pastry, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to produce high-quality baked goods. Responsibilities include creating a range of pastries, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting stock management. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £15 and stable hours with a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Stable day shift hours

Supportive and growing company

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in baking or pastry, including home bakers looking to turn their passion into a career.
• Ability to work at pace while maintaining high quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in finished products.

Responsibilities

• Creating a range of croissants, pains au chocolat, brioche and seasonal specials.
• Working dough from start to finish, including mixing, lamination, shaping, proofing and baking.
• Maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards with a clean-as-you-go approach.

Skills

Experience in baking or pastry

Ability to work at pace

Strong attention to detail

Job description

Baker Day Shift

Location: Oakham/Wellingborough
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Stable day shift hours
• Supportive and growing company
• Onsite parking

About the Role

We are looking for someone who genuinely loves the craft of baking. This role suits a baker who takes pride in every fold, every proof, and every buttery layer, and who enjoys producing high-quality baked goods consistently.

The Role

• Creating a range of croissants, pains au chocolat, brioche and seasonal specials
• Working dough from start to finish, including mixing, lamination, shaping, proofing and baking
• Following recipes and daily production plans to maintain consistency
• Monitoring dough development, butter temperature and proofing conditions
• Supporting stock checks, rotation and ordering ingredients when required
• Maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards with a clean-as-you-go approach
• Assisting with audits, inspections and compliance requirements

About You

• Experience in baking or pastry, including home bakers looking to turn their passion into a career
• Ability to work at pace while maintaining high quality standards
• Strong attention to detail and pride in finished products

How to Apply

To apply for the Baker Day Shift position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application and next steps.