Baker

Baker

This is an exciting time for the Food team at WatchHouse; we are imminently moving into a new purpose-built bakery - completely redesigning our food offering in order to create a world-class bakery programme.

We are therefore looking for bakers; those with experience but also a keen desire to learn, grow and improve as we do. WatchHouse is a fast-growing company with ambitious expansion plans, meaning there is real opportunity to develop your career whilst working at our high-volume, high-quality bakery.

Directly reports into (Line Manager): Bakery Manager

Key Responsibilities: 

·       Utilise production schedules diligently to ensure daily orders are completed in full.

·       Ensure consistent quality by following operating procedures and product specifications.

·       Share knowledge and collaborate with Bakery Assistants to foster team development.

·       Help to minimise wastage by following effective stock management principles.

·       Maintain highest standards of both cleanliness and record keeping to ensure the bakery is fully compliant with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.

·       Coordinate with management team to develop and launch seasonal products.

·       Report any maintenance issues promptly to management to safeguard working environment.

Key to this role:

·       A positive attitude and a desire to work collaboratively with the rest of the team - approaching all interactions with empathy.

·       Genuine passion for food and desire to deliver best in class products to our Houses.

·       Constant drive to improve, staying curious and focussed on solutions.

·       Diligence to go the extra step, keeping a close eye on every detail.

·       Lamination experience in a high-volume wholesale bakery.

Working at WatchHouse 

At WatchHouse, we are a people first business. We treat everyone with respect. We pride ourselves in creating an environment where diversity is celebrated, equality is insisted, and inclusion expected.  

A company where we believe in having the right person in the role; and personality, individuality and uniqueness top the list of what we are looking for in applications and throughout our hiring process.   

We also know that everyone is different, and we value and respect diversity, standing up for equality and standing against any form of discrimination.                                                                                      

Decisions about and the treatment of people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance, and behavior- these should be assessed against the WatchHouse job description requirements for each individual role. 

We are always patient and considerate towards others. Encouraging, approachable and communicate brilliantly. We strive to be the best we can be, by giving and receiving regular and honest feedback in a professional manner.   

We plan, prioritize and are mindful and respect the time of others. We complete every task to the best of our ability. Always happy to ask for help, work in cohesion with other people/departments and share successes. 

We work to make WatchHouse an environment of trust and comradery, where others are inspired to play their part in working effectively together. Building strong relationships with others and demonstrating positive energy. We recognize and value the contribution of others across the business, working together to deliver the Modern Coffee experience to each and every person touched by our business.