Master Baker - Wilmslow
14 days ago
Alderley Edge
Head Baker – Build Something Extraordinary From Day One Wilmslow £42,000 - £45,000 A Rare Opportunity to Shape the Future of an Exciting New Artisan Bakery Not every Head Baker role comes with the chance to build something truly special. MCG Recruitment is proud to be partnering with an ambitious new independent artisan bakery launching in Wilmslow . Created by passionate food professionals with a vision to become one of the region's leading artisan bakeries, this is your opportunity to be there from the very beginning. This isn't about maintaining someone else's standards—it's about helping create them. We're looking for a talented, hands-on Head Baker who wants to leave their mark, lead an exceptional team, and produce artisan breads and viennoiserie that customers will travel for. If you're driven by quality, craftsmanship and the excitement of building a business destined for success, we want to hear from you. The Opportunity As Head Baker, you'll take ownership of the production bakery, leading daily operations while helping shape the culture, standards and future of an exciting new venture. You'll have genuine influence over production, processes and the development of a talented team, working alongside passionate owners who are committed to doing things the right way. Your Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day bakery operation Produce exceptional artisan breads, sourdoughs, viennoiserie and seasonal products Drive quality, consistency and efficiency across all production Build, train and inspire a passionate bakery team Plan production to meet demand while minimising waste Manage stock, ordering and cost control Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards Help shape the future direction of an exciting and growing artisan bakery We're Looking For You'll already be an accomplished: Head Baker Senior Baker Bakery Manager with proven experience in artisan bakery production. You'll also bring: Outstanding artisan bread and laminated pastry skills Strong leadership and team development experience Excellent production planning and organisational skills A genuine passion for traditional baking and exceptional ingredients High standards and meticulous attention to detail A hands-on leadership style with the ambition to build something exceptional What's On Offer ⭐ £42,000–£45,000 salary ⭐ 40-hour week ⭐ Early starts, early finishes ⭐ The chance to shape a brand-new artisan bakery from launch ⭐ Long-term career progression as the business grows ⭐ Work with passionate owners who genuinely value craftsmanship and quality Be Part of the Beginning Opportunities like this are rare. If you've ever wanted to help create a bakery people talk about, build a team you're proud of and leave your mark on an exciting new venture with huge ambitions, this could be the role you've been waiting for. Apply today with your CV. MCG Recruitment – Connecting exceptional hospitality professionals with exceptional opportunities. #MCG1 TPBN1_UKCT