11/08/2026
An exciting opportunity has opened up to join Layla as our Assistant Head Baker, starting mid to late September.
The successful applicant will work closely alongside our Head Baker, Sinead. You will help lead the bakery team each day, ensuring consistently high standards whilst supporting the smooth running of the production across both pastry and bread kitchens. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys baking as much as they enjoy training and helping others in the team to develop.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has strong experience in both bread and pastry production in a professional bakery.
- Is organised, reliable and works well under pressure.
- Takes pride in consistency, quality and attention to detail.
- Cares about ingredients, seasonality and creating a positive working environment.
What we offer:
- Four-day working week.
- Seven weeks’ paid holiday!!
- Starting salary £40,000 (based on experience)
- Staff meals and unlimited coffee, bi-annual staff parties & generous pastry & bread allowance.
- A supportive team with opportunities to grow.
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your CV and a short introduction to [email protected].
Must have the right to work in the UK, we are not currently sponsoring visas.
