Bakery manager jobs in United Kingdom

WORKING HOURS: 4:00– 13:00 (40 hours / 5 days a week) Place: London SALARY: £33K - depending on experience) START: ASAP LOCATION: London At least three years experience in scratch baking. Baker – Bakery Main Responsibilities: • Prepare wide variety of Japanese and European bakery goods – including shokupan, melon pan, curry bread, croissants, sourdoughs, and baguettes., • Manage day to day of operation of bread section, • 3+ years of experience in baking bread at a bakery, • Experience or strong interest in East Asian baking methods, especially Japanese-style bread such as shokupan, melon pan, and curry bread, would be desirable., • Able to commit to flexible work patterns undertaking early morning shifts as well as weekend work, • Team player

Location: Isleworth, London Salary: (depending on experience) Hours: Early morning shifts (typically 3am–11am) (baker) We are opening a brand-new bakery café in Isleworth and are looking for an experienced Bread Bakerto join our team. Responsibilities: - Mixing, shaping, and baking artisan breads (sourdough, focaccia, baguettes, etc.) - Maintaining high standards of consistency and quality - Managing dough fermentation and baking schedules - Keeping the bakery clean and organised Requirements: - Previous bread baking experience in a professional bakery - Knowledge of sourdough and traditional bread-making techniques - Reliable and comfortable with early morning starts - Passion for fresh, artisan products —————— 2 - Job Ad – Pastry Baker / Pastry Chef (Full-Time / Part-Time) Location: Isleworth, London Salary: per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Early morning shifts (typically 6am –12pm) We are seeking a talented Pastry Baker / Pastry Chef to create fresh pastries for our new bakery café in Isleworth. Responsibilities: - Preparing and baking pastries, croissants, Danish, muffins, cakes, and seasonal specials - Laminating dough and producing high-quality viennoiserie - Working with the team to design and improve pastry offerings - Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety Requirements: - Previous experience in pastry or patisserie (minimum 1 year preferred) - Strong knowledge of laminated doughs and baking techniques - Creative, organised, and reliable - Comfortable with early morning production

Job Description: Uncle John's Bakery, a renowned family-owned bakery with a 30-year legacy of delivering exceptional Ghanaian pastries, bread, and cakes, is seeking an experienced Bakery Manager to lead our team in providing delectable treats that tell a story of culture and tradition. If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for baking and fostering an engaging work environment, we invite you to be a part of our journey. Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day bakery operations, ensuring high-quality production and customer satisfaction. Lead and mentor a team of bakers, pastry chefs, and front-of-house staff. Develop and execute creative menus while maintaining authenticity and cultural heritage. Monitor inventory, order supplies, and manage cost control to maximize profitability. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized bakery. Collaborate with the marketing team to promote our unique offerings and engage the community. Continuously seek ways to enhance customer experiences and innovate bakery products. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Bakery Manager or similar role in a fast-paced bakery environment. Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and traditional Ghanaian recipes. Leadership skills to motivate and guide the team, fostering a positive work atmosphere. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage diverse responsibilities. Passion for upholding culinary authenticity and delivering exceptional customer service. Understanding of cost management, inventory control, and financial principles. Effective communication skills to collaborate with staff and engage customers. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and accommodate bakery hours. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Opportunity to contribute to a thriving bakery with a rich cultural legacy. Engaging work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. Be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering authentic flavors. Career growth potential in a reputable bakery. How to Apply: If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity to manage a bakery that blends tradition and innovation, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're the ideal fit for Uncle John's Bakery.

At Bake + Brew, we’re more than a bakery café — we’re a space that celebrates the craft of baking, exceptional coffee, matchas and vibrant hospitality. From flaky croissants to signature cakes, spuds and freshly baked sourdough, our products reflect our passion for quality and creativity. As we grow, we’re looking for a dynamic and driven Bakery Manager to lead our front and back-of-house teams, ensuring daily excellence and long-term development. The Role This is a hands-on management role where you will take ownership of the daily operations, people management, quality control, and customer experience. You’ll lead a team of bakers, baristas, and service staff, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation while maintaining Bake + Brew’s high standards. Key Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day operations of the bakery café, including opening/closing procedures, stock control, and rota planning., • Ensure the consistent quality of baked goods, presentation, and service., • Oversee production schedules, food safety, allergen compliance, and kitchen efficiency., • Train, develop, and motivate team members, creating a positive and performance-driven culture., • Monitor KPIs including labour cost, wastage, and customer satisfaction., • Support with seasonal menu planning and new product launches., • Handle customer feedback with professionalism, turning challenges into opportunities. What We’re Looking For • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a bakery, café, or food retail management role., • Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, can-do attitude., • Knowledge of baking and food production processes (you don’t need to be a baker, but must understand quality)., • Excellent communication, planning, and team-building abilities., • Familiarity with food safety, HACCP, allergen laws, and health & safety compliance., • Commercial acumen and experience managing budgets, rotas, and suppliers., • A love of good coffee, pastries, matchas and creating memorable customer experiences. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience Staff discounts on food, drink, and retail items • Opportunities for progression as we expand, • A creative and supportive working environment, • Training and development opportunities

Axis Coffee is a brand-new specialty café opening this month in Willesden Green. We’re design-led, community-focused, and passionate about elevating the café experience with exceptional coffee and a creative brunch menu. What we serve: • Specialty coffee from roasters like Origin and La Cabra, • Brunch favourites: shakshuka, granola bowls, sourdough toasts (avocado, kimchi melt, salmon & cream cheese, etc.), • Fresh bakery: croissants, banana bread, danishes, • Light plates: toasties, soups, crepes, seasonal specials Your role: We’re looking for a skilled Chef to take ownership of a small but dynamic kitchen. You’ll be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality breakfast, brunch, and light food, working alongside our barista team to ensure smooth service. Key responsibilities: • Preparing and serving breakfast, brunch, and light menu items, • Maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen, • Managing stock, prep, and daily kitchen flow, • Bringing creativity and ideas for seasonal specials, • Working efficiently during busy service times What we offer: • Day shifts only (approx. 7am–4pm, no late nights), • Opportunity to grow with an exciting new café brand, • Competitive pay based on experience, • A supportive team and modern café environment Who we’re looking for: • Experience in breakfast/brunch kitchens or similar settings, • Passion for food, attention to detail, and consistency, • Organised, reliable, and a good communicator, • Someone who thrives in a small, close-knit team

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and flexible person to join our team! The ideal candidate loves customer interaction, has experience in hospitality and is excited to join a growing independent bakery. There will be the opportunity to progress and develop your skills, and even join the management team. Weekend availability is required. We have four bakeries, and are hoping to open more in the future, so are looking for people who want to grow with us. If this sounds like you, please get in touch

CALLING ALL HOSPITALITY PRO’S As Wait Staff at Albion and East, you will be the friendly face our guests remember. You will know our menu inside out and recommend your favourites. Maintain high standards of the service and make guest experience memorable. THE GOOD STUFF... · Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life. · Every shift you work, we will fuel you with pizza or pasta on us (thank you chef) · Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a 25% discount across all our bars. · 28 days holiday. · Development and career progression, 80% of all our management roles are filled internally. · Length of service awards. · An awesome referral scheme – Good people know good people. · Uniform provided. · Excellent tronc renumeration. · Opportunity to learn service standards, be cross trained and learn bartending skills, attend coffee training and qualify as barista. · Ever changing offering with premium products. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Greet, serve and look after our guests. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. Work with our team to create a friendly atmosphere. Be open to learning new skills, fully understand our menus and be able to make recommendations to our guests. Take ownership of and thrive in a busy section. Know our products, tills and operating systems. WHO ARE WE? Albion & East operates upscale urban bars with wood-fired artisan pizza, humble social food and in-house bakeries. Cocktail bars and banquet halls of old reclaimed decadence, offering coffee and hot-desking by day, cocktails and pizza by night for the revellers, and an Italian feast for those seeking weekend brunch. We distil our own small batch gin at each site and offer gin blending & cocktail masterclasses too. WHAT’S THE DEAL? · 35-40h per week. · Salary up to £15.5 per hour

CALLING ALL HOSPITALITY PRO’S We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Bartenders who can confidently deliver an exceptional service and engage our bar guests with captivating and intriguing personality. You will have extensive wine, spirits and cocktail knowledge, in order to lead the bar service and produce amazing drinks in record time. THE GOOD STUFF... · Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life. · Every shift you work, we will fuel you with pizza or pasta on us (thank you chef) · Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a 25% discount across all our bars. · 28 days holiday. · Development and career progression, 80% of all our management roles are filled internally. · Length of service awards. · An awesome referral scheme – Good people know good people. · Uniform provided. · Excellent tronc renumeration. · Opportunity to be part of Elite bartender school. · Ever changing offering with premium products. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Greet, serve, and look after our guests. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. Work with our team to create a friendly atmosphere. Be open to learning new skills and a cocktail list of around 50 drinks. Understand our menus and be able to make recommendations to our guests. Be part of our cocktail masterclass team and even our gin blending team for to experts. WHO ARE WE? Albion & East operates upscale urban bars with wood-fired artisan pizza, humble social food and in-house bakeries. Cocktail bars and banquet halls of old reclaimed decadence, offering coffee and hot-desking by day, cocktails and pizza by night for the revellers, and an Italian feast for those seeking weekend brunch. We distil our own small batch gin at each site and offer gin blending & cocktail masterclasses too. WHAT’S THE DEAL? · 20h - 40h per week. · Salary £12.42 to £15 per hour

About us Maison Gigi is a French family bakery that serves pâtisserie, artisan coffee, breakfast and lunch. Freshly baked every day in-house. Maison Gigi brings tarts and regional sweet and savoury specialities from France. It’s an open-kitchen concept and this family-run business also offer events catering. Summary of the role • Greet and meet guests at the deli desk., • Present our deli and coffee, provide relevant information to our guests (food allergies, portions, various upselling and add-ons)., • Preparing and serving beverages, ranging from simple to elaborate ones., • Inform guests about our specials and any dishes or drinks that we are currently promoting., • Offer hot drinks or deli recommendations upon request., • Up-sell in both deli (pastry and cakes) and beverages., • Take accurate orders., • Taking accurate payments from customers., • Communicate efficiently with the Front of House and managers., • Maintaining inventory and equipment by cleaning and recording any defects., • Check your crockery and area for cleanliness and presentation and report any issues., • Arrange barista and deli settings, maintaining a tidy section., • Keeping the work environment safe, sanitary, and organized., • To respect the Allergen standards laid out by the law and Chez Antoinette standards., • Participate in team briefings and have a keen interest in the daily life of the restaurant., • Follow all relevant Health and Safety regulations and policies., • Provide excellent customer service to guests. Requirements • Previous experience in high paced environment, • Previous barista experience (Espresso machine)

CALLING ALL HOSPITALITY PRO’S We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Bartenders who can confidently deliver an exceptional service and engage our bar guests with captivating and intriguing personality. You will have extensive wine, spirits and cocktail knowledge, in order to lead the bar service and produce amazing drinks in record time. THE GOOD STUFF... · Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life. · Every shift you work, we will fuel you with pizza or pasta on us (thank you chef) · Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a 25% discount across all our bars. · 28 days holiday. · Development and career progression, 80% of all our management roles are filled internally. · Length of service awards. · An awesome referral scheme – Good people know good people. · Uniform provided. · Excellent tronc renumeration. · Opportunity to be part of Elite bartender school. · Ever changing offering with premium products. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Greet, serve, and look after our guests. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. Work with our team to create a friendly atmosphere. Be open to learning new skills and a cocktail list of around 50 drinks. Understand our menus and be able to make recommendations to our guests. Be part of our cocktail masterclass team and even our gin blending team for to experts. WHO ARE WE? Albion & East operates upscale urban bars with wood-fired artisan pizza, humble social food and in-house bakeries. Cocktail bars and banquet halls of old reclaimed decadence, offering coffee and hot-desking by day, cocktails and pizza by night for the revellers, and an Italian feast for those seeking weekend brunch. We distil our own small batch gin at each site and offer gin blending & cocktail masterclasses too. WHAT’S THE DEAL? · 40h per week. · Salary up to £15.5 per hour

Maison Gigi is a French family bakery that serves pâtisserie, artisan coffee, breakfast and lunch. Freshly baked every day in-house. Maison Gigi brings tarts and regional sweet and savoury specialities from France. It’s an open-kitchen concept and this family-run business also offer events catering. We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, driven and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our Team at Gigi. We are looking for the right person to join the team, you’re there to help, and make sure everything is working smoothly. The understanding of the French culture and friendly customer service is essential. What we are looking for: · To be passionate about great food, quality ingredients and hospitality · Promote good working relationships throughout the team · Ensure the efficient and smooth running of the kitchen · Produce and present food in conjunction with the kitchen team, keeping abreast of current trends · Ensure high standards of personal performance, hygiene, appearance and cleanliness at all times · Take responsibility for the management and supervision of the health and safety. In return: · You can look forward to working with a dedicated team · You will receive a competitive salary and 28 days holiday · Amazing staff meal · You will be working in a central location

Two experienced Prep Chefs wanted! Location: B Street Deli, 88 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3UB Hours: 7 AM - 4 PM, 5-6 days per week Capacity: Preparing food for 25-seat deli with high takeaway volume + French restaurant prep Specialties: Deli preparations, French cuisine prep, salads, sandwiches, meat preparation Are you passionate about food preparation and dedicated to maintaining exceptional quality standards? Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment? If so, we want YOU to join our fantastic production kitchen team at the B Street Deli! About Us: Nestled in the heart of Bermondsey street, the B Deli has been serving up delicious deli fare for the past 20 years. Our menu features an array of sandwiches, bakery items, cheeses, charcuterie, salads, soups, and more, perfect for a satisfying breakfast or lunch. As the day transitions into evening, the Deli transforms into a wine bar, where guests can enjoy charcuterie boards and tapas-style dishes. Your role would supports both our beloved Deli and our French restaurant, ensuring consistent quality and timely preparation for all our venues. What You'll Do: Prepare high-quality salads, sandwiches, and meat preparations for both deli and French restaurant service Execute precise knife work and food preparation techniques to our exacting standards Place orders for the next day and approve deliveries Assist in daily prep lists, ensuring all items are ready for service times Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards in compliance with health regulations Collaborate with our close-knit kitchen team to ensure smooth operations across both venues Support inventory management and help minimise food waste through efficient prep practices Be a quality ambassador for our establishments, taking pride in every dish. What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a prep chef, line cook, or similar role in a professional kitchen environment, 2 years minimum A passion for culinary excellence and attention to detail Strong knife skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and is looking for a long-term opportunity Reliability and punctuality - our team depends on you! What We Offer: A supportive work environment where you can develop your culinary skills Competitive pay: Starts at £13/hour Expected hours: 45 per week (5-6 days) Staff discounts on our delicious offerings and free staff food Opportunities for growth and advancement within our group The chance to be part of a close-knit team where every contribution is valued Early finish time allows for work-life balance If you're ready to work in a dynamic kitchen environment supporting both our beloved Deli and French restaurant, we'd love to hear from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: Starts at £13 per hour Expected hours: 45 per week Schedule: 7 AM - 4 PM, 5-6 days per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Early finish time for work-life balance Growth opportunities within restaurant group Work Location: In person

About Maison Gigi Maison Gigi, a beloved family-run French bakery, is renowned for its exquisite patisserie, specialty coffee, and delightful grab-and-go options. Inspired by the rich traditions of regional French cuisine, we’re passionate about sharing authentic flavours with our loyal customers. Alongside our bustling bakery and café, we proudly deliver exceptional contract catering services for a diverse range of clients — from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events. Role Overview As a Junior Sous Chef within our Central London contract catering team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef to deliver creative, high-quality food experiences that reflect our French heritage and modern catering approach. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated chef to step up in responsibility, contribute ideas, and grow within a dynamic and motivated team. Key Responsibilities • Support the wider team senior Culinary Team in managing daily kitchen operations for contract catering services, • Lead, mentor, and motivate junior team members, ensuring a positive and professional kitchen culture., • Lead a production section with high level of independency, • Contribute to menu development, bringing creativity and a passion for authentic, seasonal cuisine., • Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all avenues of operation, • Manage stock control, ordering, and minimising waste in line with budget guidelines., • Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, • Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef., • Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure seamless service delivery. Skills & Experience • Proven experience as a senior CDP or/and Junior Sous Chef in Contract Catering, Events, or/ and Central Production Units, • Strong culinary background with a passion for French and seasonal cuisine., • Leadership skills with the ability to inspire and support a small team., • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment., • Sound knowledge of food safety and kitchen best practices., • Flexible, adaptable, and enthusiastic about delivering outstanding food experiences. What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits., • Opportunities for professional growth and career development., • A family-run culture that values creativity, authenticity, and teamwork.

We are looking for an enthusiastic full time supervisor to join our growing bakery! We currently have four shops, with plans to open more, meaning lots of opportunities for job development, stability and growth!

White fig bakery is next to bounds green tube station and prepares fresh cakes, sandwiches, pastries and amazing coffee and gelato! we are looking for a foh all rounder with experience making coffee. Friendly personality with very good hospitality skills early shifts no late evening. Please apply only if you can commute to Bounds green BOTH FULL TIME AND PART TIME Supervisor position available as well

Company description Mahali & Co. is a small business and an independent collaboration between two pastry chefs originally from Sydney, Australia. With a combined total of 18 years in the culinary industry, we have worked in food establishments in Sydney, Melbourne, London, Singapore and the Philippines. With a love for pastry and experimentation (especially with an Asian flare), our bakery café takes a fresh spin on pastries. Job description What are we looking for? We are looking for a pastry chef to join our wholesale production team, who is interested in learning everything about bakery and pastry techniques. While previous pastry experience is ideal, it is not essential. We are happy to train new graduates and are looking for someone with a genuine interest in developing their skills in pastry art and who has a great work ethic. What you will be doing: • Assist in carrying out mise en place and food preparation for products we prepare in our retail kitchen (focus is venoisserie), • Finish products to a consistent high quality and standard, • Work in compliance to all UK Food Health and Safety Preparation laws, • What we are looking for:, • Someone who loves all aspects of pastry and bakery., • A team player with great organisational skills and time management – you will need to be able to multi-task, be efficient, and work in a fast-paced environment., • Someone who is discipline in prioritising cleanliness, food hygiene and minimising food wastage (adhere to FIFO, recycling, etc), • An individual eager to learn, willing to contribute with a collaborative atmosphere and will openly communicate with everyone., • *Please be aware that at this time, we can only accept applications from people who live and are eligible to work in London., • You can also send your CV and cover letter ‘Hiring Inquiry’., • Schedule: Open to discussion but to include early shifts (starting from 6am), 4-5 days a week, weekends

101 West, Westbourne Grove We’re hiring a Chef to join the kitchen team at 101 West – a family-run bakery & deli in the heart of Westbourne Grove. At 101 West, we pride ourselves on fresh, flavourful food and creating a warm, welcoming environment for our customers. We're looking for a passionate, organised and hard-working individual to help us deliver that experience through our food. Your role will include: • Prepping ingredients for daily service, • Preparing and managing our breakfast menu, • Creating fresh salads and simple meat/fish/chicken dishes for the deli counter, • Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and running smoothly, • Supporting and working within a small team of 2–3 people, • General kitchen duties as needed About you: • You’re comfortable in a fast-paced kitchen, • You’re organised and clean in your work, • You enjoy working as part of a tight-knit team, • Experience in a deli, café, or small kitchen preferred, but not essential if you’re eager and willing to learn What we offer: • A friendly, supportive work environment, • Consistent daytime hours, • A chance to be part of a neighbourhood spot that values quality and community