Head Baker Location: West London Salary: Upto £35,000/annum Working hours: 07:00am - 3:00pm ROLE OVERVIEW We are seeking a talented Head Baker to craft delicious and visually stunning baked goods for our nine stores. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in baking, a flair for creativity, and a passion for using organic and natural ingredients. In this role, you will be responsible for producing a diverse range of baked goods that adhere to our high-quality standards and bring joy to our customers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare and produce a wide variety of baked goods using organic and natural ingredients. Develop and execute creative recipes and innovative ideas that align with Planet Organic's product standards. Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste. Collaborate with our Demi Chef de Partie to ensure timely production and delivery of baked goods to all nine Planet Organic stores. Train and supervise our Demi Chef de Partie to support production and quality standards. Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to ensure continuous production while ensuring wastage is well controlled. Approve timecards for the Bakery team to ensure accurate payroll processing. Adhere to food safety and health and safety standards, ensuring a clean and organised workspace. Ensure agreed processes and administrative tasks are adhered to at all times to ensure compliance with our organic certification partners. Stay updated with industry trends and sales patterns to identify growth opportunities within the department. REQUIREMENTS Proven experience as a Baker in a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen environment. Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus. Strong knowledge of organic and natural ingredients, as well as their unique properties in baking. Creative flair and ability to develop innovative recipes and designs. Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. BENEFITS 35% colleague discount across all stores 33 days holiday per year including bank holidays Discounted life assurance and travel insurance Company pension plan Cycle to work scheme