About the Role
If you love the smell of freshly baked bread and always work with a smile, then please read on!
We are looking for Head Bakers who have a passion to join the Ritchies' family and for training and developing others. You should be motivated by taking charge and want to be a positive role model. With no day being the same, you must be organised and clear talking to maximise your teams’ potential and to deliver our fresh food, bread and cakes to high standards whilst maintaining food safety standards.
You will be proving and baking items for our beautifully presented displays and know our products and recipes inside out, of which must be performed in accordance with food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
Our bakeries open early so typically Kitchen Team Members will start early too – it will vary between bakeries but typically around 5:30am – 6:30am
As appreciation for being a Head Baker with great execution and effective leadership, we will treat you to amazing benefits including:
Free food and drink when working
50% off food and drink when not working
Pension Scheme
Twice yearly pay review
Development programmes for you to rise with Ritchies'
Requirements
Experience as a Baker, or similar role
Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including
Understanding of food safety practices
Experience with cake decoration techniques
Excellent time-management skills
Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude
Flexibility to work in early morning shifts
About the Company
Ritchies Wharf started as a bakery in the heart of Barking over 50 years ago. A community staple for all things baked from bread, doughnuts, pastries and more. Over the past few years Ritchies has expanded from its coffee shop, Ritchies Wharf Coffee, based in the Wharf Studios to its catering entity Ritchies Wharf Catering providing food and drinks to the tv and film industry.
Become a part of an exciting ever growing leader in the food industry today!