Head Baker – Lead Bakery Team

About the role

We are seeking a Head Baker who loves the smell of freshly baked bread and works with a smile. The role involves leading a bakery team, training and developing staff, and acting as a positive role model within the Gail's family.

Key responsibilities

• Organise and communicate clearly to maximise team potential.
• Deliver fresh food, bread and cakes to high standards while maintaining food safety standards.
• Prepare and bake items for beautifully presented displays, knowing products and recipes inside‑out.
• Start early shifts (typically 5:30 am–6:30 am) to support bakery operations.
• Train, mentor and develop kitchen team members.

Required profile

• Motivated by taking charge and leading by example.
• Positive, enthusiastic and able to maintain a smile in a fast‑paced environment.
• Organised, clear communicator with a passion for baking.
• Commitment to upholding food safety standards.

Required skills

• Baking
• Food safety compliance
• Recipe knowledge

What we offer

• Free food and drink while working and 50% off when off‑shift.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (pro‑rated) plus long‑service holiday.
• Yearly pay review and pension scheme.
• Development programmes, health & wellbeing benefits, and employee assistance programme.
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus, health cash plans, workplace nursery scheme.
• Salary‑linked schemes for home tech, discounted gym memberships, EV leasing, and retailer discounts.
• 24‑hour GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme and other employee perks.