Apprentice Baker

Prepare doughs — Assist in weighing, mixing, and kneading doughs for breads, pastries, and other baked goods following set recipes. Operate bakery equipment — Use mixers, ovens, proofers, and other machinery safely under supervision. Monitor baking processes — Check timings, temperatures, and product quality throughout production. Follow food safety standards — Maintain strict hygiene, allergen control, and cleaning routines in line with regulations. Assist with product finishing — Support glazing, decorating, slicing, and packaging baked items. Maintain a clean workspace — Keep preparation areas, tools, and equipment clean and sanitised.  Support stock control — Help check deliveries, rotate stock, and store ingredients correctly. Follow production schedules — Work to daily plans to ensure products are ready on time. Assist with customer orders — Help prepare items for retail counters, wholesale orders, or special requests.  Learn core baking techniques — Develop skills in fermentation, shaping, proving, and baking as part of the apprenticeship standard. Work as part of a team — Communicate effectively with bakers, supervisors, and colleagues to maintain smooth production.

Training Outcome:

A permanent role will be available for the successful apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

North's Bakery is an independent bakery, with both the main production and shop based at 10 North Street, Winchombe.
The bakery was first established by Mr Ron North in Gwent, Wales in 1955. In 1967 Mr Ray North (eldest of the four sons, whom are
all bakers around the country) and his wife Anita branched away to open their own business in the Cotswolds.
The bakery is owned by Dan Seagrave who has been a baker at North's for over 30 years,along with his wife Roxanne. North's still
uses all the traditional methods and produces products from only the best ingredients, made by qualified craftsman.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday – shifts between 11pm – 10am.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Passion for baking,Able to follow directions