Head Baker Sheffield, England
Job description
Head Baker
Doughboy is a scratch bakery specialising in the production of brownies and cookies. We also offer a range of bespoke pies and cakes on a wholesale basis to clients in and around Sheffield.
Our clients include local indy hero’s such as Steam Yard, Corner Store and Bullion Chocolate. As well as larger outlets such as Chatsworth House, Hallam University and Rudy’s Pizza – we’re proud to supply some of the best in the area.
We’re a driven brand, looking to hire a Head Baker to help us run the bakery and join us for the ride as we grow the business. This is a great opportunity to join a fast growing company with a passion for whole bake production and delivering consistently high quality products.
What we are looking for on the right candidate:
- To be knowledgeable in all aspects of running a team of bakers in a commercial production environment.
- A deep understanding of bakery production methods.
- Several years of experience, with at least 1 of them in a senior leadership role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Keen eye for attention to detail.
- Builds good working relationships with all stakeholders and delivers a service that exceeds expectations. Relationships are characterised by a high level of acceptance, co-operation, and mutual respect.
- Responds quickly to changing circumstances by being flexible. To not only accept change but to seek it out. Value different perspectives and ideas.
- Adheres to a strong set of moral, ethical and professional principles which shows the soundness of personal character, honesty and truthfulness. Takes personal responsibility and accountability.
- A real "people" person, with rounded leadership and planning skills, with a capacity to grow and develop into new areas of expertise as required
- Well organised and with the ability to work to deadlines and specification.
- Motivate and encourage team members to reach above and beyond their potential
- Ability to work under pressure, but also maintain a high quality of work.
What we offer:
- Salary £26k
- 40hr week contract - plus paid overtime
- Mon to Fri, 8am till 4pm working hours
- Pension scheme
- 40% Discount on our products
- Amazing bakes every day
Your responsibilities:
Your principal duties are to assist the company in aspects relating to the preparation of orders at our bakery premises. This includes (but is not limited to):
o Manage and work in all aspects of the bakery section
o Ensure bakes are delivered to our high standards and on time for delivery
o Trialling candidates and assess bakers that we are looking to add to the team
o Mentoring and training to new recruits to the bakery section ensuring best practice is always on display and part of their actions
o Manage stock control
o Take lead on NPD
o Be an example of best practice to all staff in the bakery.
o Report to the Operations Manager and Management in the bakery when equipment in your section needs preventative maintenance or repair.
o Fulfilling administrative functions.
o Work strictly to our food safety policies
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £26,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 02/06/2023
Expected start date: 19/06/2023
