Experienced Baker – Artisan Bakery
Location: Bedford
Full-time | Up to 40 hours per week | Permanent position
Are you a skilled baker with a passion for quality, hand-crafted bread? We are looking for an experienced and reliable baker to join a small, close-knit team in a traditional artisan bakery in Bedford.
What We Offer:
- A stable, full-time position with evening and weekend shifts (from 4pm)
- Pay based on experience: £12.50 – £14.00 per hour (depending on experience)
- Discount on bakery products
- Supportive and flexible working environment
- Training on traditional methods and opportunity to grow with the business
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous baking experience – you know your way around dough and ovens
- Ability to work efficiently and independently – you get the job done without waiting to be told
- Physical fitness – the role involves manual handling and being on your feet
- Reliability and honesty – someone the team can count on
- A positive attitude and team spirit – we’re a small, friendly team that works closely together
Main responsibilities:
· Preparing and baking a variety of breads and baked goods from scratch
· Mixing doughs, shaping loaves, and monitoring baking times/temperatures
· Ensuring high standards of hygiene, quality, and consistency
· Assisting with inventory and maintaining a clean, organised workstation
· Collaborating with the team to meet daily production targets
About the Bakery:
This is a traditional artisan bakery that specialises in hand-crafted breads using natural methods and high-quality ingredients. We believe in doing things the right way – slow, simple and honest baking.
If you're passionate about real bread and want to be part of a supportive and growing business, we’d love to hear from you.
The company does not offer visa sponsorship and you must have the legal right to work in the UK
We appreciate all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Please note that we will be reaching out directly to candidates who are selected for further consideration.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50-£14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bedford MK42: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Baking: 1 year (preferred)
Location:
- Bedford MK42 (preferred)
Work Location: In person