Head Baker - The Big Bakes South
About Us Join the team at The Big Bakes, the UK’s Number 1 baking event, and help us create unforgettable experiences. Our secret? A team that brings joy and energy to our baking tents every day.
We’re all about making work a fun and inspiring place to be. If you love being part of a unique concept and want to lead an incredible team at a one-of-a-kind venue, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Check out this video to get a taste of the magic we create: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPBhmf5izYk
The Role:
We are looking for a Head Baker who is people and quality focused, loves the joy baking brings to people, and believes in delivering the very best experience for every guest.
If you are an experienced baker with a love for making people happy from our guests to our team then we would love to meet you! You’ll set the highest standards for yourself and those around you, and if you are looking for a place to develop your skills and feel at home, then keep reading!
Our Baking Promise – Because You’re the Secret Ingredient!
· A Baking Experience for 4 after you pass probation – gather your favorite people and dive into the fun together!
· 50% off food and drinks at all our venues – because everyone deserves a treat, anytime.
· Get 50% off up to 6 extra tickets every year, so you can share the baking magic with friends and family.
· Time off is a must! We’re closed for Christmas and New Year’s (24th–26th Dec and 31st Dec–1st Jan), so you can relax and recharge.
· Bring your friends! You’ll get a £150 bonus for referring a hospitality superstar, and £250 if you help us find an amazing baker.
· We care about you – enjoy 24/7 wellbeing support, including counseling, legal and financial advice, plus online GP appointments whenever you need them.
· Your birthday is all about you – take the day off and celebrate in style!
· Twice a year, we come together to celebrate as a team, raising a glass to all that we’ve accomplished together.
· And most importantly... there’s always plenty of cake to go around!
When you’re happy, we know our guests will be too. We can’t wait to welcome you to our joyful team!
Job Summary
We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a personable, organised, and enthusiastic Head Baker to join our vibrant team in Tooting !
Get ready to step into the spotlight and shine. You’ll orchestrate unforgettable moments, ensure each event is seamless, and send every guest home grinning from ear to ear. If you love bringing people together and making magic happen, we can’t wait to meet you!
In this role, you'll be key in managing our award-winning sites and ensuring our events run smoothly. Here’s how:
Your focus:
Team
· Lead and inspire a talented team of bakers and event hosts
· Work closely with your Site Managers and fellow Head Bakers
Operations
· Oversee the daily running of events so everything flows perfectly
· Take care of all event prep and delivery with care and precision
Guest Experience
· Host and engage with customers to create unforgettable memories
· Share baking knowledge while building a warm, fun atmosphere
Qualifications
· Strong interpersonal skills for guest interaction
· Ability to manage events effectively
· Experience in hospitality industry preferred
· Leadership skills for guiding event staff
· Proficiency in baking for event preparation
· Prior experience in guest services is a plus
If you love interacting with people, leading a team, and making every guest experience special, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full time, part time, permanent
Pay: £15.00 ph
Expected hours:
Additional pay: Bonus scheme
Work Location: In person
Location: Tooting London
Benefits
· Casual dress
· Employee discount
· Discounted or free food
· Company events
· Referral programme
Schedule
· Weekend availability
Experience
- Customer service: 2 years (required)
- management: 1 year (required)
- Events Management: 1 year (preferred)
Application question(s):
- How many hours per week would you prefer to work in total?
- Please list your availability for each day of the week, including days you are unavailable
- Are you happy to work some shifts until 11pm and weekends?
- Lastly, what’s your favourite cake?
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- How many hours would you prefer to work in total?
- Please list your availability for each day of the week, including days you are unavailable
- Are you happy to work some shifts until 11pm and weekends?
- Lastly, what’s your favourite cake?
Work Location: In person