Senior Head Baker – Production & NPD

Location:

Croydon (SW16) – South London, London, United Kingdom

Salary:

£48k – 50k per year + benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

132612072

Posted On: 

08 January 2026

Senior Head Baker

London – Full time

Salary: up to A£50,000

We are working with one of the fastest growing grab and go bakery brands in the UK. The business is set to triple in size over the next two years and has just entered its next phase of growth.

They are now looking for a Senior Head Baker to take full ownership of bakery production across bread and viennoiserie and to lead, develop and elevate the bakery team.

This is a senior, hands on role with real influence. You will sit above the current Head Baker, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in NPD, people development, and scaling production.

The role requires flexibility. Expect a mix of daytime and late evening shifts.

What they are looking for

* 10 plus years bakery experience
* Strong bread and viennoiserie background
* NPD experience
* Commercial and process driven mindset
* Confident people leader
* Computer confident and comfortable using systems

As the business grows, this role offers clear progression into senior production leadership.

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