Artisan Bread Baker / Pastry Chef

Job Title: Artisan Bread/Pastry BakerLocation: Wantage, OxfordshireCompany: The Heritage Bakery Limited .Due to recent client expansion we''re looking for an experienced artisan bread baker and a pastry chef to join our team. We are a growing business with exciting plans, you will be working within a small team creating the finest artisan breads and pastries.Key skills need for the position:- Assist in the preparation of all ingredients used in the baking process- Follow standard recipes steps to prepare ingredients and bake goods- Ensure that all baked goods are properly mixed, shaped and baked according to standard recipes- Confident in mixing dough using percentage recipes, hand weighing, moulding, and shaping bread and rolls-Knowledge of sourdough baking-Measuring and weighing wet and dry ingredients-Using mixers to blend ingredients and preparing ovens and equipment-Following procedures for dough resting and rising and kneading/shaping dough-Packaging and arranging baked goods for shop displays-Able to operate different types of mixers and a deck oven-Good knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards-Able to manage stock levels appropriately, supporting regular stock rotation and checks-Ensure cleanliness of the building, equipment and facilities are always to the highest standards-Maintaining records, cleaning schedules and setting timers-Crafting and creating new and exciting baked goodsYou must have:Experience of artisan bread bakingMinimum of two years experience in a bakery production roleExcellent ability working independently and as part of a teamOrganised and capable of multi-tasking with exceptional attention to detailA passion for artisan baking, breads, pastries, and cakesHigh standards of personal hygiene and personal appearanceExceptional communication skillsExcellent time managementHours: Full time position working a set shift pattern between 42 - 48 per week across Monday - Sunday, rotating between 7am-3pm and 2pm-10pm.There is also the flexibility to work up to 60 hours per week for candidates that would prefer more hours.**Immediate start ..... full job details .....