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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