The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. We're seeking a star in foodservice sales, someone with a deep love for Manchester's vibrant food scene and a hunger to win new business. You'll be responsible for identifying, targeting, and securing profitable partnerships within the hospitality sector, with a particular focus on fine dining and contract caterers. This is a field-based role, ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and making things happen. You'll report directly to the Foodservice Commercial Manager based in London, but you'll own the North. What You Will Do Work in close partnership with our London headquarters, reporting to the Foodservice Commercial Manager. Take full ownership of driving profitable growth across our customer and channel portfolio in Manchester. Collaborate with Foodservice, Customer Experience, Marketing, NPD, and Operations teams to deliver commercial strategies that meet customer needs. Balance strategic growth initiatives with hands-on commercial management, project delivery, and customer satisfaction. Build trusted partnerships with key customers, identify growth opportunities, and negotiate agreements to ensure consistent delivery. Work closely with top chefs, retail partners, and internal teams to guarantee best-in-class service. Proactively hunt and win new business across Manchester and the North of England. Build and maintain strong relationships with chefs, buyers, and decision-makers in fine dining and contract catering. Represent The Bread Factory with passion and authenticity, becoming a trusted partner to our clients. Collaborate across internal departments to ensure a seamless and exceptional customer experience. About You Proven track record in a commercial, sales, or business development role within food or hospitality. Strong relationship builder with excellent influencing and negotiation skills. Commercially astute, with a focus on sustainable growth and profitability. Confident analysing data and financials and turning insights into practical action. Highly organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Skilled at navigating complexity and solving challenges efficiently. Passionate about great food and committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience. Experienced in leading or collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve results. Working Hours: 9am-5pm Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday Location: The Bread Factory, Unit 4, Clayton Court, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 2NB Salary: £40,000-£45,000 What's in it for you? Family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity pay, and grandparents leave. 50% GAIL's discount and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Wellbeing benefits such as 24-hour GP service, parties, Cycle to work schemes and more Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
Nov 17, 2025
Full time
The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. We're seeking a star in foodservice sales, someone with a deep love for Manchester's vibrant food scene and a hunger to win new business. You'll be responsible for identifying, targeting, and securing profitable partnerships within the hospitality sector, with a particular focus on fine dining and contract caterers. This is a field-based role, ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and making things happen. You'll report directly to the Foodservice Commercial Manager based in London, but you'll own the North. What You Will Do Work in close partnership with our London headquarters, reporting to the Foodservice Commercial Manager. Take full ownership of driving profitable growth across our customer and channel portfolio in Manchester. Collaborate with Foodservice, Customer Experience, Marketing, NPD, and Operations teams to deliver commercial strategies that meet customer needs. Balance strategic growth initiatives with hands-on commercial management, project delivery, and customer satisfaction. Build trusted partnerships with key customers, identify growth opportunities, and negotiate agreements to ensure consistent delivery. Work closely with top chefs, retail partners, and internal teams to guarantee best-in-class service. Proactively hunt and win new business across Manchester and the North of England. Build and maintain strong relationships with chefs, buyers, and decision-makers in fine dining and contract catering. Represent The Bread Factory with passion and authenticity, becoming a trusted partner to our clients. Collaborate across internal departments to ensure a seamless and exceptional customer experience. About You Proven track record in a commercial, sales, or business development role within food or hospitality. Strong relationship builder with excellent influencing and negotiation skills. Commercially astute, with a focus on sustainable growth and profitability. Confident analysing data and financials and turning insights into practical action. Highly organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Skilled at navigating complexity and solving challenges efficiently. Passionate about great food and committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience. Experienced in leading or collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve results. Working Hours: 9am-5pm Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday Location: The Bread Factory, Unit 4, Clayton Court, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 2NB Salary: £40,000-£45,000 What's in it for you? Family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity pay, and grandparents leave. 50% GAIL's discount and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Wellbeing benefits such as 24-hour GP service, parties, Cycle to work schemes and more Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
About Us The Bread Factory is a long-established business specialising in the production and distribution of high quality breads, pastries and cakes across the UK. The company's focus is on freshly baked artisan products, along with excellent customer service. We are the proud suppliers of Michelin starred restaurants, prestigious hotels and cafés with our award-winning breads, pastries and cakes. We're looking for reliable Pastry Operatives to join our team and help us keep things moving while the world sleeps! Working Hours: Monday to Friday Shift Pattern: 3pm-11pm Location: Milton Keynes Pay: £13.80/hour Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can Are energetic and like to get things done Are a team player. Sometimes it takes a little longer to pack and the team enjoys working together to get it done, overtime is always an option Are someone with basic math skills Have at least 1 year of experience in a similar environment Attention to detail and a focus on quality A good level of physical fitness (you'll be on your feet!) We are looking for candidates who Pack products quickly and efficiently to meet our quality standards. Label and prepare goods for dispatch. Ensure packaging areas are clean and organized. Work with your team to hit daily packing targets. What's in it for you? Family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity pay, and grandparents leave. 50% GAIL's discount and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Wellbeing benefits such as 24-hour GP service, parties, Cycle to work schemes and more Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
Nov 15, 2025
Full time
About Us The Bread Factory is a long-established business specialising in the production and distribution of high quality breads, pastries and cakes across the UK. The company's focus is on freshly baked artisan products, along with excellent customer service. We are the proud suppliers of Michelin starred restaurants, prestigious hotels and cafés with our award-winning breads, pastries and cakes. We're looking for reliable Pastry Operatives to join our team and help us keep things moving while the world sleeps! Working Hours: Monday to Friday Shift Pattern: 3pm-11pm Location: Milton Keynes Pay: £13.80/hour Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can Are energetic and like to get things done Are a team player. Sometimes it takes a little longer to pack and the team enjoys working together to get it done, overtime is always an option Are someone with basic math skills Have at least 1 year of experience in a similar environment Attention to detail and a focus on quality A good level of physical fitness (you'll be on your feet!) We are looking for candidates who Pack products quickly and efficiently to meet our quality standards. Label and prepare goods for dispatch. Ensure packaging areas are clean and organized. Work with your team to hit daily packing targets. What's in it for you? Family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity pay, and grandparents leave. 50% GAIL's discount and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Wellbeing benefits such as 24-hour GP service, parties, Cycle to work schemes and more Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
About us: The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our team grow, we seek our next Assistant Manager to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a smooth, efficient pastries, cakes, and muffins operation. Maintain consistent product quality that meets company standards and specifications. Ensure the highest standards of Food Safety, Health & Safety, and GMP at all times. Plan and organise daily operations to achieve cost-effective and efficient production. Monitor and control wage costs, working within budgeted targets. Duties: Bakery Operations: Directly manage all aspects of production, reviewing production requirements on a daily basis and planning accordingly. Ensure that recipes are followed precisely to maintain optimal product quality standards. Make recommendations for recipe and product improvements. Take responsibility for the operational implementation of new products for BCMG, including updating inventory systems and conducting staff training. Organise shifts on an ongoing basis to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. Recommend and manage operational and organisational changes as required. Resolve any anticipated problems or concerns - such as shortages, quality issues, delays, or operational challenges - in collaboration with other departments, ensuring excellent internal and external customer relations. Proactively communicate any equipment failures to the appropriate personnel and ensure timely resolution, working closely with the operations and engineering teams. Regularly review key performance indicators. Team Management: Manage and develop BCMG team leaders and supervisors. Oversee the BCMG team through the team leaders, including rota planning, managing absences (such as holidays and sickness), providing performance feedback, conducting probation reviews and job chats, and holding daily team briefings. Identify vacancies and recruit bakers as required. Manage productivity levels in line with budgeted expectations, including the effective management of overtime. Oversee the Production, Day Packing, Hygiene, and Goods In Operative teams, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and productivity. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Product quality Labour efficiency Good Safety Accreditation - BRC Grade A Health and Safety compliance GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards Labour cost management Employee retention and engagement Waste management and reduction Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have A passion for pastry! Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- can influence and motivate others 'Hands-on' approach Able to work and manage others under pressure Positive attitude towards colleagues and work and ability to serve as role model Proven people management skills and experience. Good IT Skills What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Our Values: We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious, high-quality food. We care about nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.
Nov 12, 2025
Full time
About us: The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our team grow, we seek our next Assistant Manager to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a smooth, efficient pastries, cakes, and muffins operation. Maintain consistent product quality that meets company standards and specifications. Ensure the highest standards of Food Safety, Health & Safety, and GMP at all times. Plan and organise daily operations to achieve cost-effective and efficient production. Monitor and control wage costs, working within budgeted targets. Duties: Bakery Operations: Directly manage all aspects of production, reviewing production requirements on a daily basis and planning accordingly. Ensure that recipes are followed precisely to maintain optimal product quality standards. Make recommendations for recipe and product improvements. Take responsibility for the operational implementation of new products for BCMG, including updating inventory systems and conducting staff training. Organise shifts on an ongoing basis to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. Recommend and manage operational and organisational changes as required. Resolve any anticipated problems or concerns - such as shortages, quality issues, delays, or operational challenges - in collaboration with other departments, ensuring excellent internal and external customer relations. Proactively communicate any equipment failures to the appropriate personnel and ensure timely resolution, working closely with the operations and engineering teams. Regularly review key performance indicators. Team Management: Manage and develop BCMG team leaders and supervisors. Oversee the BCMG team through the team leaders, including rota planning, managing absences (such as holidays and sickness), providing performance feedback, conducting probation reviews and job chats, and holding daily team briefings. Identify vacancies and recruit bakers as required. Manage productivity levels in line with budgeted expectations, including the effective management of overtime. Oversee the Production, Day Packing, Hygiene, and Goods In Operative teams, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and productivity. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Product quality Labour efficiency Good Safety Accreditation - BRC Grade A Health and Safety compliance GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards Labour cost management Employee retention and engagement Waste management and reduction Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have A passion for pastry! Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- can influence and motivate others 'Hands-on' approach Able to work and manage others under pressure Positive attitude towards colleagues and work and ability to serve as role model Proven people management skills and experience. Good IT Skills What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Our Values: We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious, high-quality food. We care about nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.
The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. What You'll Be Doing: Carry out tray washing duties, ensuring all trays are cleaned, sanitised, and ready for production use. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all designated areas. Follow strict Health & Safety and food safety protocols. Complete daily and flexible cleaning schedules efficiently. Inspect, maintain, and correctly store cleaning equipment. Report any faults, shortages, or hygiene concerns promptly. About You: Physically fit and capable of performing manual tray wash and cleaning tasks. Reliable, hardworking, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Team player with good communication skills. Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Hours: 5pm - 1:30am Shift: Monday - Friday Pay: £13.80 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
Nov 08, 2025
Full time
The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. What You'll Be Doing: Carry out tray washing duties, ensuring all trays are cleaned, sanitised, and ready for production use. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all designated areas. Follow strict Health & Safety and food safety protocols. Complete daily and flexible cleaning schedules efficiently. Inspect, maintain, and correctly store cleaning equipment. Report any faults, shortages, or hygiene concerns promptly. About You: Physically fit and capable of performing manual tray wash and cleaning tasks. Reliable, hardworking, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Team player with good communication skills. Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Hours: 5pm - 1:30am Shift: Monday - Friday Pay: £13.80 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. What You'll Be Doing: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all designated areas. Follow strict Health & Safety and food safety protocols. Carry out daily and flexible cleaning schedules. Inspect, maintain, and correctly store cleaning equipment. Report faults, shortages, or hygiene concerns promptly. About You: Team player with good communication skills. Reliable, hardworking, and physically fit. Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Hours: 8am-5pm Shift: Monday to Friday (Currently Monday to Friday, day shift for the next 6-8 weeks. As we are opening a new production site, full flexibility is required, as shift patterns may change to meet production needs.) Pay: £13.80 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
Nov 08, 2025
Full time
The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. What You'll Be Doing: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all designated areas. Follow strict Health & Safety and food safety protocols. Carry out daily and flexible cleaning schedules. Inspect, maintain, and correctly store cleaning equipment. Report faults, shortages, or hygiene concerns promptly. About You: Team player with good communication skills. Reliable, hardworking, and physically fit. Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Hours: 8am-5pm Shift: Monday to Friday (Currently Monday to Friday, day shift for the next 6-8 weeks. As we are opening a new production site, full flexibility is required, as shift patterns may change to meet production needs.) Pay: £13.80 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
The Bertinet Bakery, based in Bath, has been creating award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes for over 18 years. We supply leading retailers, restaurants, and our own GAIL's bakeries nationwide - always staying true to our craft and commitment to quality. As a Baker, you will be hands-on in all aspects of bread production, from mixing and shaping to baking and quality control, while also developing leadership skills to support and guide the team in the future. What You'll Be Doing: Produce high-quality, handcrafted bread and pastries using traditional methods. Mix, shape, proof, and bake dough to achieve excellent flavour and appearance. Maintain quality standards and meet production deadlines. Keep the bakery clean, safe, and organised, following all hygiene regulations. Manage ingredients, stock rotation, and inventory. Work closely with the team to meet targets and improve processes. Troubleshoot production or equipment issues. Take on early supervisory responsibilities, including training and supporting team members. About You: Experienced in artisan baking, with strong dough handling and proofing skills. Passionate about quality, detail, and craftsmanship. Reliable, organised, and able to work under pressure. Strong team player with excellent communication skills. Physically fit and comfortable working night shifts or early mornings. Ambitious to develop into a supervisory role. Knowledgeable in food safety, health & safety, and bakery hygiene. Fully flexible to meet the needs of the business and production schedules. What's in it for you? Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Brassmill Ln, Bath BA1 3JN Hours: 40 hours per week - Any 5 days out of 7 Shift: 5:00PM-2:00AM Pay: £13.70 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
Nov 08, 2025
Full time
The Bertinet Bakery, based in Bath, has been creating award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes for over 18 years. We supply leading retailers, restaurants, and our own GAIL's bakeries nationwide - always staying true to our craft and commitment to quality. As a Baker, you will be hands-on in all aspects of bread production, from mixing and shaping to baking and quality control, while also developing leadership skills to support and guide the team in the future. What You'll Be Doing: Produce high-quality, handcrafted bread and pastries using traditional methods. Mix, shape, proof, and bake dough to achieve excellent flavour and appearance. Maintain quality standards and meet production deadlines. Keep the bakery clean, safe, and organised, following all hygiene regulations. Manage ingredients, stock rotation, and inventory. Work closely with the team to meet targets and improve processes. Troubleshoot production or equipment issues. Take on early supervisory responsibilities, including training and supporting team members. About You: Experienced in artisan baking, with strong dough handling and proofing skills. Passionate about quality, detail, and craftsmanship. Reliable, organised, and able to work under pressure. Strong team player with excellent communication skills. Physically fit and comfortable working night shifts or early mornings. Ambitious to develop into a supervisory role. Knowledgeable in food safety, health & safety, and bakery hygiene. Fully flexible to meet the needs of the business and production schedules. What's in it for you? Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Brassmill Ln, Bath BA1 3JN Hours: 40 hours per week - Any 5 days out of 7 Shift: 5:00PM-2:00AM Pay: £13.70 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.
