Night Mixing Operative

The Bread Factory Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading artisan bakery in Greater London seeks a Night Mixing Operative to join its production team. This full-time role involves preparing dough, operating mixing equipment, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, team players, and have a passion for baking. Benefits include an hourly rate of £13.55, product discounts, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. A background in a bakery setting is preferred. If you thrive in a fast-paced role and enjoy working nights, apply now.

Benefits

Hourly rate of £13.55

40% - 50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL’s Bakery

Bi-weekly pay

24-hour GP service

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced production environment is preferred.
• Eager to grow baking skills.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and prepare ingredients according to recipes.
• Operate mixing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor dough development for quality.
• Document batch details accurately.
• Support bakery operations as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Flexible with shifts

Bakery experience

Passionate about baking

Job description

About us:

The Bread Factory is London’s leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top‑quality products across e‑commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL’s Bakeries nationwide.

Job Overview

We’re looking for a Night Mixing Operative to join our busy bakery production team. This role is at the heart of our operation, ensuring our doughs are prepared to the highest standards before heading into the bake.

This job is for you if you like a fast‑paced environment and enjoy working in a team.

Contracted hours: 45 hours – Full Time

Working Hours: 1am - 10am

Shift Pattern: Mon‑Sun, any 5 days out of 7

Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live in a 5‑mile radius, this job is for you

Responsibilities

• Accurately weighing and preparing ingredients according to recipes and production schedules.
• Operating mixing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitoring dough development to ensure consistency, texture, and quality meet our artisan standards.
• Recording batch details and maintaining clear, accurate documentation.
• Working closely with production and baking teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Following food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Cleaning down equipment and work areas to maintain a safe, organised environment.
• Supporting wider bakery operations when needed.

Qualifications

• Passionate about baking and eager to grow your skills
• Comfortable working in a warm, fast‑paced production environment
• Detail‑oriented and take pride in getting things just right
• A reliable team player who’s always ready to lend a hand
• Flexible with shifts and happy to work early mornings or nights
• Someone with bakery experience

Benefits

• Hourly rate of £13.55 per hour (bi‑weekly pay)
• Enjoy eating our products in your break and take a loaf with you home every day
• 40% - 50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL’s Bakery
• 24‑hour GP service

Our Values

We care about a Job Well Done:

Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way.

We care about Baking:

At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all.

We care about each other:

We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers.

We care about community:

We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high‑quality food.

We care about nature:

We’re committed to sustainability across our supply chain—from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.