31 Jul 2026

Artisan Baker required - Bakewell - Monday - Friday - daytime role - £15 per hour - Full Time role

 

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Artisan Sourdough Baker
Bakewell
Derbyshire Peak District
£15 per hour
Working hours Monday – Friday
6am until 3pm or 10am 7pm on a rota basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an artisan Baker to join this family run bakery based in Bakewell. This Artisan Sourdough Baker will work closely within the existing team.

The range of products varies from artisan breads to oatcakes. As a baker with experience in an artisan bakery, you’ll already understand the process of feeding a starter, bulking this up and then mixing and shaping loaves.


You will be able to scale recipes up using bakers’ percentages and understand judging proof of sourdough and yeasted products. It is important that you have an eye for detail and are prepared to take responsibility for producing consistent Sourdoughs to a high standard.

Duties:

·        Production of Sourdough & other baked pastries

·        Ensure the quality and presentation of all food items meet our high standards

·        Maintain a clean and organised bakery environment

·        Operate bakery equipment safely, including mixers, ovens, dividers, and proofers.

·        Monitor inventory levels, ingredient preparation, and stock rotation

·        Adhere to all health and safety regulations in the bakery

·        Prepare and maintain sourdough starters.

·        Mix, ferment, shape, proof, and bake a range of artisan sourdoughs.

·        Ensure consistent product quality and presentation.

·        Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.

·        Manage ingredient stock and assist with ordering when required.

·        Contribute ideas for new artisan sourdoughs and pastries

Experience:

·        Full knowledge on sour dough production is essential

·        Excellent attention to detail and product quality

·        Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

The successful applicant for this Baker role will receive an excellent hourly rate of pay of £15 per hour, along with company benefits, discounts within the group, pension scheme & development opportunities

This Baker role is a full time, permanent role

If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for send your CV to us. victoria@peaksanddalesrecruitment.co.uk

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