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Salary An excellent opportunity for a Baker / Pastry Cook to join a well-established company.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Starting salary for a junior baker is £24,960 + overtime. Salary increments are available for experienced bakers/pastry cooks.
Location: Comrie, Southern Highland, PH6. Due to rural location candidates must be with a commutable distance or be willing to relocate.
Working Hours: Full time is 4 x 10-hour shifts per week with a 20 minute paid break, Monday to Friday daytime only, with occasional weekend shift (every 6-8 weeks). Staff lunch is provided.
About The Role:
Bakery shifts are loosely divided in pastry and bread (mix, bake) shifts with a generous overlap in responsibilities. As part of the bakery team, subject to experience you will be required to perform or assist with the following:
Pastry:
Production and baking of viennoiserie (laminated pastries) Production and baking of other sweet bakery products (cakes, tarts, etc.) Frying and filling of bomboloni Preparation of stock products required for pastry products (marzipan, cinnamon spread, scroll sugar, crème patissiere, custards, streusel, etc.) Development and evolution of products to assist with the creation of new &/or special occasion products, and reflect seasonal changes in produce availability Assessment of products such that the presentation and quality is in keeping with the expectations of the bakery Liaise with head baker &/or packing and delivery staff regarding changes to or problems with daily bakes
Bread:
Firing, management and cleaning of a wood-fired hearth oven Monitor and maintain bakery starter cultures, levains and continuations Mixing and shaping of naturally-leavened doughs Baking and packing various styles of sourdough breads (baguettes, hearth loaves, tins, etc.), including the use and maintenance of a manual loader, wood-fired hearth oven, and peels/brushes Scheduling and management of the days mix/bake to allow reasonable timing between shaping sessions and oven loads Daily cleaning and maintenance of work areas and equipment, including mixers, shaping table, tins and scales Development and evolution of products to assist with the creation of new &/or special occasion products, and changes to reflect availability of seasonal produce Assessment of products such that the presentation and quality is in keeping with the expectations of the bakery Liaise with head baker &/or packing and delivery staff regarding changes to or problems with daily bakes (including the labelling of crates to identify specific products and leaving a message for drivers regarding changes, problems, and overall quality of the day’s bake)
General Responsibilities:
Preparation of staff meals Maintain a clean and pleasant work environment Work safely with and respectfully of other staff. Report any concerns, faults or safety issues to senior staff so that they can be promptly dealt with Monitor stock and report whenever anything is running low to ensure ingredients needed are always available On occasion you may also be asked to perform additional responsibilities such as assisting with packing of bread/pastries, slicing, deep clean and maintenance activities, manning market stalls, and participation in special events (pizza nights, for example)
Experience / Qualifications needed:
Two years working in a professional capacity is preferred, though we will consider candidates who are enthusiastic and self-taught.
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
An excellent opportunity for a Baker / Pastry Cook to join a well-established company.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Starting salary for a junior baker is £24,960 + overtime. Salary increments are available for experienced bakers/pastry cooks.
Location: Comrie, Southern Highland, PH6. Due to rural location candidates must be with a commutable distance or be willing to relocate.
Working Hours: Full time is 4 x 10-hour shifts per week with a 20 minute paid break, Monday to Friday daytime only, with occasional weekend shift (every 6-8 weeks). Staff lunch is provided.
About The Role:
Bakery shifts are loosely divided in pastry and bread (mix, bake) shifts with a generous overlap in responsibilities. As part of the bakery team, subject to experience you will be required to perform or assist with the following:
Pastry:
Production and baking of viennoiserie (laminated pastries) Production and baking of other sweet bakery products (cakes, tarts, etc.) Frying and filling of bomboloni Preparation of stock products required for pastry products (marzipan, cinnamon spread, scroll sugar, crème patissiere, custards, streusel, etc.) Development and evolution of products to assist with the creation of new &/or special occasion products, and reflect seasonal changes in produce availability Assessment of products such that the presentation and quality is in keeping with the expectations of the bakery Liaise with head baker &/or packing and delivery staff regarding changes to or problems with daily bakes
Bread:
Firing, management and cleaning of a wood-fired hearth oven Monitor and maintain bakery starter cultures, levains and continuations Mixing and shaping of naturally-leavened doughs Baking and packing various styles of sourdough breads (baguettes, hearth loaves, tins, etc.), including the use and maintenance of a manual loader, wood-fired hearth oven, and peels/brushes Scheduling and management of the days mix/bake to allow reasonable timing between shaping sessions and oven loads Daily cleaning and maintenance of work areas and equipment, including mixers, shaping table, tins and scales Development and evolution of products to assist with the creation of new &/or special occasion products, and changes to reflect availability of seasonal produce Assessment of products such that the presentation and quality is in keeping with the expectations of the bakery Liaise with head baker &/or packing and delivery staff regarding changes to or problems with daily bakes (including the labelling of crates to identify specific products and leaving a message for drivers regarding changes, problems, and overall quality of the day’s bake)
General Responsibilities:
Preparation of staff meals Maintain a clean and pleasant work environment Work safely with and respectfully of other staff. Report any concerns, faults or safety issues to senior staff so that they can be promptly dealt with Monitor stock and report whenever anything is running low to ensure ingredients needed are always available On occasion you may also be asked to perform additional responsibilities such as assisting with packing of bread/pastries, slicing, deep clean and maintenance activities, manning market stalls, and participation in special events (pizza nights, for example)
Experience / Qualifications needed:
Two years working in a professional capacity is preferred, though we will consider candidates who are enthusiastic and self-taught.
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
