Job Description

Overview

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our small team within our busy farm shop kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and a strong understanding of food production and preparation. Working in our kitchen, you will be responsible for creating a variety of baked goods, ensuring high standards of quality and food safety are maintained throughout the process. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a kitchen environment. This role will also require general shop work duties as needed throughout the day between kitchen tasks, such as manning our deli counters, till work and dealing with deliveries. This is an all-round role with focus on kitchen production.

Starting salary is reflective of previous experience.

The role is full time, but part time could be considered for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities:

Oven work - loading, baking, and unloading products General kitchen prep and setup Assisting in the preparation of home-made bakes including scones, sponge cakes, tray bakes, and savoury pastries Contributing to the presentation and decoration of cakes and sweet treats Replenishing and maintaining the cake and deli counters to ensure they look their best throughout service Packing and accurately labelling products for shop sales Cleaning and maintaining a hygienic workspace Logging temperatures and following HACCP procedures Deep cleaning and kitchen maintenance

Our ideal candidate will:

Be presentable and professional Have some experience in a bakery or professional kitchen environment Demonstrate strong organisational skills and initiative Be a reliable team player with a positive, can-do attitude Able to lift 16kg sacks of flour, other manual handling and capable to withstand long hours on your feet Take pride in producing high-quality baked goods Be flexible and willing to work weekends as per rota (every other) and cover staff holidays as needed (essential) Show a genuine desire to grow and develop within our team Be willing to occasionally help on shop floor when required

What We Offer:

A supportive, friendly working environment Involvement in a respected and growing farm shop Staff Discount Staff Uniform provided 28 days annual leave; to be taken during seasonal low periods. Induction to role

If this sounds like a job for you, please send:

A CV A covering letter explaining why you would like to work at The Derwen Farm Shop
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview, where you'll have the chance to ask questions and learn more about the role and expectations.

Applications close on 5th on January and interviews commence 9th January.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 42 per week

Work Location: In person