Head Baker
Location: West London
Salary: Upto 35,000/annum
Working hours: 07:00am - 3:00pm
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a talented Head Baker to craft delicious and visually stunning baked goods for our nine stores. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in baking, a flair for creativity, and a passion for using organic and natural ingredients. In this role, you will be responsible for producing a diverse range of baked goods that adhere to our high-quality standards and bring joy to our customers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and produce a wide variety of baked goods using organic and natural ingredients.
- Develop and execute creative recipes and innovative ideas that align with Planet Organic's product standards.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste.
- Collaborate with our Demi Chef de Partie to ensure timely production and delivery of baked goods to all nine Planet Organic stores.
- Train and supervise our Demi Chef de Partie to support production and quality standards.
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to ensure continuous production while ensuring wastage is well controlled.
- Approve timecards for the Bakery team to ensure accurate payroll processing.
- Adhere to food safety and health and safety standards, ensuring a clean and organised workspace.
- Ensure agreed processes and administrative tasks are adhered to at all times to ensure compliance with our organic certification partners.
- Stay updated with industry trends and sales patterns to identify growth opportunities within the department.
REQUIREMENTS
- Proven experience as a Baker in a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen environment.
- Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of organic and natural ingredients, as well as their unique properties in baking.
- Creative flair and ability to develop innovative recipes and designs.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
BENEFITS
- 35% colleague discount across all stores
- 33 days holiday per year including bank holidays
- Discounted life assurance and travel insurance
- Company pension plan
- Cycle to work scheme
