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Head Baker

The Angel Bakery
Abergavenny, Wales

Posted: 28 Nov 2024

Deadline: 10 Jan 2025

Compensation: £15 - £16.40 per hour depending on experience

Paid Full-time Permanent

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to lead our skilled, friendly team at the Angel Bakery in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire. This is a pivotal position in the business which involves a high level of expertise in people management and communication and a commitment to maintaining excellence in both quality, efficiency and sustainability of bakery production for our wholesale and retail lines. 

What You’ll Do

• Lead and train our team of bakers, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations and maintaining consistently high standards and an environment of continuous learning and professional growth within the team
• Work with our Operations Manager, Head Pastry Chef and Retail Manager to maintain a high level of customer service, quality control and product development
• Develop and manage relationships with suppliers, millers and local producers
• Manage administrative responsibilities including HACCP, staff rotas, training materials and regular staff reviews

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven background in senior leadership roles, with at least 2+ years of experience in bread baking
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to nurture and support a team in collaboration with other managerial staff
• A passion for quality, ingredient-driven products and sustainable practices 
• Experience and expertise working in a dynamic food production site with a meticulous eye on process, product and people

About Us

We are proud to be working as a small and highly skilled team. We supply our local community in Abergavenny and our wholesale customers further afield with delicious bread and pastries, consistently made to high standards using carefully-sourced, quality ingredients. We believe in doing things properly - following traditional methods, using authentic recipes, ethical suppliers and seasonal ingredients. We support our staff with ongoing training and offer managerial mentoring as well as a budget for continuing professional development, and we invest in staff well-being and job perks. We can also offer temporary accommodation to support relocation. 

Application information

Please contact polly@theangelbakery.com if you would like an informal chat about any of the details of this role, or to apply with your CV and a cover letter. 

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