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Experienced Baker

Humble & Whole Bakery Limited
Rossett, Wrexham

Posted: 13 Jan 2025

Deadline: 22 Feb 2025

Compensation: £14-£16.50 per hour depending on experience

Living Wage employer

Paid Full-time Flexible hours Permanent

Job description

Experienced Baker

Humble & Whole Bakery

Rossett, Wrexham

About Humble & Whole

Humble & Whole is a small artisan micro-bakery in Rossett, Wrexham, with a big heart. We're passionate about crafting delicious, handcrafted bread and pastries using traditional methods and the finest local ingredients. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we're committed to fostering social change and enhancing community well-being through ethical practices and inclusivity. Our bakery is a place where people from all walks of life can come together to enjoy good food and good company.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Baker to join our team and help us grow into a leading social business in the Wrexham area. You'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of bread and pastry production, from sourcing ingredients to developing new recipes. You'll also play a key role in training junior bakers and leading community workshops.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of bread and pastry production
• Develop new recipes and techniques
• Maintain a high standard of quality and consistency
• Train and mentor junior bakers
• Lead community workshops and events
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Contribute to the overall growth and development of the bakery

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Head Baker or similar role
• Strong knowledge of artisan baking techniques
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Passion for community engagement
• Commitment to social responsibility

Working Hours:

• Expected hours 40 hours per week
• Part Time hours also availble, minimum of 16 per week

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the community
• Be part of a growing and dynamic team
• Work in a beautiful and inspiring environment

Application information

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter to careers@humbleandwholebakery.org

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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