Bakery Specialist

We are the leading provider of fresh prepared food in the UK, and our presence in the US and China positions the Group well in these high-growth markets. We leverage our consumer insight and scale to provide innovative food that offers quality, choice, convenience, and freshness. Around 18,500 colleagues operate from 44 sites across our three markets supplying a portfolio of over 2,900 products across meals, pizza & bread, salads and desserts to leading grocery retailers in the UK and US, and international food brands in China.
Development BakerAstonCompetitive37.5 hours per week 25 days holiday + bank holidaysHighly competitive rewards package including Group PensionExcellent career progression prospects across the Bakkavor group We are the leading provider of fresh prepared food in the UK, with an international presence in the US and China. Our 19,000 employees operate from 25 locations, developing and producing innovative food for a wide variety of occasions and budgets. In the UK, we work with leading grocery retailers, focusing on their own label brands. Bakkavor Bread is based in Aston, Cheshire and specialises in making chilled speciality breads. It is one of five sites that are part of Bakkavor's Pizza & Bread sector in the UK.This is a great opportunity for a Baker or Savoury Dough expert that is looking to move to work within Food Manufacturing. Were you can bring your expertise and passion to our retail customers. Demonstrates bakery knowledge, expertise passion and flair. Has effective internal working relationships across key functions to support the Development process activity
- Manages and supports the team to effectively deliver the development activity to the highest standard.
- Has the ability to translate bakery trends into relevant and commercially viable product Development. Responsible for ensuring the Development Bakery facility operates to a high standard.
- Develops NPD and EPD, to an agreed quality and timescale, based on a strong understanding of all Development and commercial parameters. Strong bakery skills and creative flairA willingness to learn and grow into the role and business.A Driving licence (this site is remote) You will be –A qualified baker or equivalent experienceA team player, adaptable, approachable and resilientCreative, passionate about food and commercially aware



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