Job Introduction
Are you a baker with a passion for dough and creativity? We’re searching for skilled hands and creative minds to be part of our innovative bakery. Enjoy flexibility, fun, and the chance to be part of a team that loves to craft and inspire!
Role Responsibility
What You’ll Do:
As a Baker at Chestnut Bakery, you’ll be responsible for producing high-quality artisan breads each day, ensuring consistency, flavour, and craftsmanship in every loaf.
Preparing and baking a range of artisan breads following Chestnut Bakery recipes and production schedules.
Mixing, weighing, shaping, and scoring dough with precision and attention to detail.
Monitoring fermentation, proofing, and baking processes to achieve consistent quality and flavour.
Managing sourdough starters and preferments, ensuring they are properly maintained and refreshed.
Operating bakery equipment safely, including mixers, deck ovens, and proofers.
Maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety, and organisation within the bakery.
Supporting the preparation of bread for the shop floor and ensuring products are ready for daily service.
Working closely with the bakery team to maintain smooth production and meet daily demand.
The Ideal Candidate
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking someone with passion, precision, and creativity. The ideal candidate will have:
Experience in artisan bread production, including mixing, shaping, scoring, and baking a variety of breads.
A solid understanding of fermentation, proofing, and dough development, with attention to consistency and quality.
Confidence working with sourdough starters, preferments, and long fermentation processes.
The ability to follow recipes precisely while maintaining high production standards.
Experience operating bakery equipment such as mixers, deck ovens, and proofers safely and efficiently.
Package Description
As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
- Private Health Cashback for peace of mind.
- Wagestream access to manage your earnings flexibly.
- A strong focus on work-life balance – no late evenings!
- Free food during your shift and 40% discount across all our sites.
- Unlimited coffee to keep you energised.
- A paid day off for your birthday.
- Refer a Friend scheme with generous bonuses.
- Pension scheme and Cycle to Work opportunities.
- Development programs and structured training to help you grow.
- Service-based holiday accrual for long-term team members.
- Participation in our Tronc scheme.
About the Company
Chestnut Bakery is a double award-winning bakery that takes pride in its artisanal approach to baking. With roots in Belgravia and a growing presence across Central London, we’re on a mission to craft exceptional baked goods using the freshest ingredients and traditional techniques. At Chestnut Bakery, we celebrate the art and science of baking. Our team is committed to quality, authenticity, and creating an inclusive, supportive workplace.
We take pride in being an employer of choice, offering opportunities for growth, recognition, and work-life balance – because we believe that happy bakers make the best baked goods!
