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Head Baker Chiswick Salary: Competitive | Full-time | Permanent Change Hospitality is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an exciting artisan bakery in Chiswick, known for producing beautifully crafted baked goods with a focus on quality, tradition, and exceptional flavour. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Baker to lead the bakery production team and take ownership of the daily creation of a wide range of handmade breads, pastries, cakes, and seasonal baked treats. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled baker who thrives in a hands-on environment and takes pride in producing outstanding products while maintaining the highest standards. The Role As Head Baker, you will oversee all aspects of bakery operations, from preparation and production through to quality control and team leadership. You will play a key role in maintaining the bakerys reputation for excellent craftsmanship, consistency, and creativity. You will be responsible for: Leading and inspiring a team of bakers, ensuring a positive and productive working environment Overseeing the daily production of artisan breads, viennoiserie, cakes, pastries, and other baked goods Maintaining exceptional standards of quality, presentation, and consistency across all products Managing dough preparation, fermentation, shaping, baking, and finishing processes Developing seasonal specials and new product ideas while respecting the bakerys style and ethos Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures are followed at all times Managing stock levels, ordering, and minimising waste Training and mentoring junior bakers, supporting their growth and development Working closely with the wider team to ensure smooth daily operations About You We are looking for a talented baker with a genuine passion for artisan baking and a strong understanding of traditional techniques. You will have: Proven experience as a Head Baker, Senior Baker, or Bakery Manager within an artisan bakery, café, or high-quality food environment Strong knowledge of bread-making, pastry production, and laminated dough techniques Experience producing a range of handmade breads, pastries, cakes, and baked goods to a consistently high standard Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy production schedule A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a team A keen eye for detail and a commitment to craftsmanship and quality A passion for seasonal ingredients, creativity, and creating products customers love Whats on Offer The opportunity to lead the bakery operation for a respected artisan food business A creative and supportive working environment Competitive salary and benefits package The chance to shape and develop an exceptional bakery offering in the heart of Chiswick If you are a skilled baker who loves creating exceptional products and wants to lead a talented team in a thriving artisan bakery, we would love to hear from you. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence. TPBN1_UKCT