Head Baker - Luxury Lifestyle Hotel - Central London - 45,000 + Service ChargeLocation: Central LondonSalary: 45,000 + Service ChargeHours: Full-time, permanent (early morning / overnight shifts)Are you a skilled artisan baker with a passion for creating high-quality breads and pastries? Do you take pride in working independently to produce outstanding baked goods each night?We're looking for an experienced Head Baker to lead the on-site baking operation at one of London's most vibrant lifestyle hotels.The RoleAs Head Baker, you will take full ownership of the baking production, preparing a variety of handcrafted pastries, viennoiserie, and artisan breads for the hotel's breakfast service and outlets.Working independently, you'll ensure every item meets exceptional standards of quality, consistency, and presentation that reflect the property's premium culinary identity.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce a full range of artisan baked goods including croissants, pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins, sourdough, baguettes, and rollsManage the entire night bake to ensure all products are ready for morning serviceMaintain strict food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standardsMonitor ingredient stock levels and communicate with the culinary teamKeep all equipment and work areas clean, safe, and well-maintainedCollaborate with the Executive Chef on new product development, seasonal offerings, and menu ideasAbout YouMinimum 10 years' professional baking experience, ideally within a hotel or high-end bakeryExpertise in laminated doughs, viennoiserie, and artisan bread-makingConfident working independently and autonomously overnightStrong knowledge of fermentation, proofing, and baking techniquesUnderstanding of food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP)Highly self-motivated, reliable, and detail-orientedA baking or culinary qualification is desirable but not essentialWhat's On Offer 45,000 + service chargeMeals on dutyEmployee discounts across hospitality venuesHealth and wellbeing benefitsLearning and career development opportunitiesBe part of a friendly, inclusive, and professional culinary team in the heart of LondonHead Baker, Artisan Baker, Pastry Chef, Viennoiserie Specialist, Sourdough Baker, Hotel Bakery Jobs, Bakery Jobs London, Night Baker, Bread Baker, Luxury Hotel Jobs, Central London Hospitality Jobs, Bakery Manager, Senior Baker, Artisan Bread, Pastry Production.Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this.
