Head Baker

Job Description

The Head Baker owns Jean's entire bread and pastry programme, from mix to bake to case. You'll set the standard for every loaf that leaves the kitchen, lead a small baking team, and help build the bakery's culture and craft from opening day.

• Own daily bread production end to end, within the site's 3-deck oven capacity
• Lead, train, and schedule the baking team, including the Assistant Baker and Patisserie
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all bread lines
• Work with the founder on ingredient sourcing, prioritising local, high-quality, and seasonal suppliers
• Plan production around Jean's three daily rushes
• Monitor waste, yield, and cost of goods; feed into margin and GP tracking with the accountant
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and EHO compliance standards
• Contribute to recipe development

What we offer

• The chance to build a bread program from the ground up at a new neighbourhood bakery
• The chance to make your name as a Head Baker, with direct credit and promotion of your work
• Staff meals and bakery discount
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance 

Job Requirements

• Significant experience as a Head Baker or Senior Baker in a respected artisan bakery
• Deep technical knowledge of naturally fermented bread and enriched doughs
• Comfort with early starts and physically hands-on production work
• A track record training and developing a small team
• Genuine care for ingredients, provenance, and consistency
• Full right to work in the UK

Job Location

118 College Road
London NW10 5HD