The Bread Factory

About us: The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we're looking for Day Packers to join our team. As a Packer, you will pick and pack our delicious products and prepare them for dispatch. If you like a routine and completing tasks, this job is for you. Contracted hours: 36 hours - Full Time Working Hours: 7am - 4pm Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 days out of 7 Pay: £12.25/hour Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live within a 5-mile radius, this job is for you Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you Are energetic and like to get things done Are a team player. Sometimes it takes a little longer to pack and the team enjoys working together to get it done; overtime is always an option. Are someone with basic math skills Have at least 1 year of experience in a similar environment Attention to detail and a focus on quality A good level of physical fitness (you'll be on your feet!) We are looking for candidates who Pack products quickly and efficiently to meet our quality standards. Label and prepare goods for dispatch. Ensure packaging areas are clean and organised. Work with your team to hit daily packing targets. What's in it for you? Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Our Values We care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We care about nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next Process Technologist to join our NPD team. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Receive and fully understand project handovers from the Development team, ensuring risk assessments are approved and process feasibility is assessed with mitigation plans in place. Plan and coordinate factory trials, including ordering and managing ingredient deliveries. Create and maintain detailed process flow documentation from test bakery/kitchen through to full factory scale. Record trial data including recipe details, line settings, adjustments, SPC data, key measurements, and photos. Finalise process documentation following successful scale-up trials and share updates with relevant stakeholders. Ensure shelf-life testing, nutritional analysis and lab assessments are completed and reflected in specifications. Ensure recipes are correctly set up within production systems and planning tools. Identify and implement improvement opportunities from trials and live production. Obtain approvals for Process Flow documents and Quality Attribute Standards. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: Proven ability to scale recipes from test kitchen to factory production. Strong understanding of bakery manufacturing processes, systems and parameters. Familiarity with process documentation, recipe management and production planning systems (experience with tools such as Cybake, Smartsheet or ERP systems is advantageous). Good understanding of ingredients, product functionality and basic nutrition. Strong numeracy and IT skills, including Excel and data analysis. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Able to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Practical, hands-on approach to trials and problem solving. Able to work independently and use sound judgement. Strong collaborator, able to build relationships across teams. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme

The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting the maintenance, operation, and improvement of The Bread Factory's production facilities and equipment. As part of our Engineering team, you will ensure the smooth and efficient running of our operations, contributing to the production of our handcrafted, high-quality baked goods. What You'll Do: Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery. Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults (bearings, motors, mixers, provers, control panels, etc.). Maintain and improve equipment performance to minimise downtime. Keep accurate records using CMMS and manage spare parts inventory. Ensure compliance with health, safety, food safety, and regulatory standards. Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site. About You: 2+ years' engineering experience in food manufacturing. Skilled in both mechanical and electrical maintenance. Knowledge of OEE, HACCP, and safe systems of work. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment. What's in it for you? Competitive pay - earn a fair wage for the important work you do Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential Tasty perks - enjoy freshly baked products during your shift, and take some home to share Staff discounts - 40-50% off at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery Your wellbeing matters - access to our 24/7 GP helpline, free eye tests, and a dedicated wellness centre Flex your time - buy or sell holiday, take a career break, and enjoy family leave options Stay supported - from childcare nursery scheme and tech purchase schemes to pension contributions and mortgage advice Get rewarded - refer-a-friend bonuses, long service holidays, and exclusive platform discount's Move smart - Cycle to Work scheme and gym memberships to help you stay active Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Shift: 4 days on x 4 days off from 6am-6pm Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We care about nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.

The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. What You'll Be Doing: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all designated areas. Follow strict Health & Safety and food safety protocols. Carry out daily and flexible cleaning schedules. Inspect, maintain, and correctly store cleaning equipment. Report faults, shortages, or hygiene concerns promptly. About You: Team player with good communication skills. Reliable, hardworking, and physically fit. Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Hours: 1pm-10pm Shift: Sunday to Thursday Pay: £13.80 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. We are currently looking for candidates with at least one year of multi-drop delivery experience and a strong knowledge of Manchester and the surrounding areas. Key Responsibilities Deliver fresh bakery products to customers on time and in full, following planned routes efficiently. Load and unload deliveries safely, ensuring all products are handled with care and quality is maintained. Complete all delivery paperwork accurately, including confirmations and any discrepancies. Keep your vehicle clean, well maintained, and road safe, reporting any issues promptly. Provide excellent customer service, representing The Bread Factory with professionalism and pride. About You Hold a full, clean UK driving licence and have experience in a delivery or driving role. Reliable, punctual, and confident working independently. Strong communicator who can build positive customer relationships. Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and loading. Organised, safety conscious, and passionate about great food and quality service. Strong knowledge of Manchester and the surrounding areas. Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, starting at 2:00AM alternating pattern of 5 and 6 working days out of 7 each week, on a rolling rota. Hours: 45 hours per week Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour Location: Unit 4, Clayton Court, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 2NB What's in it for you? Family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity pay, and grandparents leave. 50% GAIL's discount and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Wellbeing benefits such as 24-hour GP service, parties, Cycle to work schemes and more Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We care about nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next Supply Chain Manager to join our team. We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We Care about Each Other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We Care about Community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We Care about Nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring goods are ordered, delivered, and stocked efficiently to meet operational and production requirements. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, manage purchase orders, monitor deliveries, and resolve issues promptly. Maintain optimal stock levels, track shelf life, and conduct monthly stock takes to ensure accuracy and reduce waste. Forecast stock requirements, oversee the introduction of new ingredients and packaging, and manage the phase-out of delisted products. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead process changes aligned with company values. Lead, coach, and develop the supply chain team to ensure capability, engagement, and a culture of accountability. Provide training opportunities to build skills and support professional growth. Monitor key metrics such as customer complaints, shortages, and stock write-offs. Ensure accurate month-end reconciliations and productivity improvements through regular reporting and analysis. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: Experience in supply chain or operations management, ideally within food production, manufacturing, or other fast-paced environments. Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience coaching and developing staff. Strong Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel for data management and reporting. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive efficiency, and maintain accuracy under pressure. A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next Assistant Quality Manager to join our Technical team. We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We Care about Each Other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We Care about Community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We Care about Nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Support and deputise for the Quality Manager, acting as the site quality lead when required. Maintain, review, and continuously improve the site Quality Management System (QMS). Ensure ongoing compliance with BRC, HACCP, legal, and customer requirements. Plan, conduct, and report internal audits in line with site and group audit schedules. Lead and present full traceability exercises, including forward, backward, and mass balance. Support preparation for and participation in external, customer, and certification audits. Act as the primary site technical contact for customer queries, specifications, artwork, labelling, and allergens. Investigate customer complaints and quality incidents, completing root cause analysis and corrective actions. Prevent the release of non-conforming product and manage deviation and concession processes. Coordinate supplier non-conformances and ensure timely and effective corrective action closure. Manage site product sampling plans and coordinate microbiological, nutritional, and chemical testing. Review, trend, and analyse testing results and escalate risks where appropriate. Compile, analyse, and report site KPIs, supporting actions arising from trends and performance reviews. Deliver food safety, quality, and QMS training to operational teams. Coach and support QA team members, contributing to capability development and succession planning. Support continuous improvement initiatives across quality, food safety, hygiene, and compliance. Ensure accurate document control and timely communication of quality information across the site. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: Degree or equivalent qualification in Food Safety, Food Science, or a related discipline. Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in food manufacturing within a technical or quality role. Level 3 HACCP and Food Safety qualification. Internal Auditor qualification (Lead Auditor desirable). Strong working knowledge of BRC standards and customer codes of practice. Experience managing customer complaints, audits, and non-conformance investigations. Strong root cause analysis and corrective action skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting. Ability to work independently and make quality-related decisions within scope. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next GAIL's Buying Manager to join our team. As the GAIL's Buying Manager, you will be responsible for the category we call 'The Pantry'. This is a collection of branded and un-branded third party produced products, including our jams (from Tea Together), butter (from Quicke's), honey (from Oxfordshire Honey), and drinks such as Momo Kombucha and Rapscallion. We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We Care about Each Other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We Care about Community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We Care about Nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Drive initiatives to outperform vs budget and remove cost where it doesn't add value. Own the use of merchandising space and work in partnership with Operations & Creative Studio to drive more relevance to customers and stronger commercial performance. Own the GAIL's Craft Community and the supplier partnership strategy. Be the face of GAIL's to many of our most special relationships. Manage the full procurement process including market research, competitive pricing, supplier selection and negotiation, contract implementation and supplier performance review. Actively maintain live knowledge of supply markets and develop/ implement buying strategy. Pro-actively find interesting new partners based on the creative vision for The Pantry. Collaborating with the Creative Studio, NPD and Technical teams you'll be driving the delivery of new ranges into GAIL's. Understand and participate in the Innovation Stage Gate process, to ensure the on-time delivery of new launches within the seasonal plan. At all times you will have a close eye on the competitor and industry landscape. Be a true partner to the Creative Studio and Operations teams, so you can deliver the vision in a way which is sympathetic to the realities of operating our bakeries Protect the integrity of our GAIL's Craft Community whilst driving the commercial performance of the ranges. Engage with Finance and Data & Insight to provide fact-based insights on what can change and why. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: Experience ideally at Buying Manager level or equivalent, with a record of delivering strong results. Knowledge of negotiating skills such as GAP approach. Experience in creating and delivering strategic plans and budget forecasts. Experience nurturing small supplier and partner relationships Confident communicator who can engage effectively at all levels. Able to live the values each day and is passionate about our mission to change the food system through sustainability, ethical sourcing and making things better each day Someone who can make things happen, is highly organised and can support our ambition to be one of the best bakeries in the world. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme

About us: The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we are looking for our next Commis Chef. As a Commis Chef, you will make delicious products in our production kitchen such as Sausage Rolls, Quiches, Salads, and Soups. If you like cooking at home and enjoy using quality ingredients this role is for you. Contracted hours: 45 hours - Full Time (overtime is optionable) Working Hours: 7am-4pm Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 days out of 7 Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live in a 5-mile radius, this job is for you Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can Assist with food preparation for large-scale production Follow recipes and kitchen procedures with accuracy Support senior chefs in maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety Ensure workstation is clean, organised, and well-stocked Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment Our people tell us you'll be a great addition to the team if you have Previous kitchen experience (desirable but not essential - full training provided) A strong work ethic and willingness to learn Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Keen attention to detail and commitment to quality Flexibility and reliability What's in it for you? Hourly rate of £12.25 per hour (bi-weekly pay) And enjoy eating our products in your break and take a loaf with you home every 40% - 50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery 24-hour GP service Our Values We care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

The Bread Factory is the UK's leading artisan bakery. We make award-winning bread, pastries, and cakes, and as well as supporting our neighbourhood bakeries at GAIL's, we are the proud suppliers behind London's Michelin restaurants, prestigious hotels, and even Buckingham Palace! We believe in making good bread. We may have grown over the years, but our philosophy has not changed to make exceptional quality artisan bread, cakes, and pastries so more people can enjoy them. We bake by hand with natural ingredients, we insist on the finest ingredients, and though we're always innovating, our baking is based on time-honoured techniques and our decades-old starters. Nothing pleasures us as much as a freshly baked, lovingly crafted loaf. Product is at the heart of our bakeries and everything we do must tell a story that inspires, our people to support us on our journey of growth, leading the way for artisan baking in the UK. What You'll Be Doing: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all designated areas. Follow strict Health & Safety and food safety protocols. Carry out daily and flexible cleaning schedules. Inspect, maintain, and correctly store cleaning equipment. Report faults, shortages, or hygiene concerns promptly. About You: Team player with good communication skills. Reliable, hardworking, and physically fit. Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation Grow with us - clear career progression and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential. Tasty perks - enjoy our freshly baked products on your break and take some home to share with friends and family. Exclusive savings - 40-50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery. Wellbeing support - access to a 24-hour GP service whenever you need it. More than just a job - access to our company benefits platform with a range of discounts, rewards, and offers. Location: Blakelands, Milton Keynes, MK14 5BU Hours: 10am-10pm Shift: 4on x 4off Pay: £13.80 per hour Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

Who are we? The Bread Factory is a Food Manufacturing bakery that makes deliciously crafted bread, cakes, and pastries. We are proud to craft products for our GAIL's bakeries, neighbourhood grocery stores, restaurants, and more! As our teams grow, we are looking for our next Warehouse Operative. A valid Counterbalance Forklift and Reach Truck licence, along with a full UK driving licence, is required. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Loading and unloading materials from a variety of vehicles Ensuring all stock is in the correct place and is correctly stored within the respective locations. Supporting stock checks and maintaining stock accuracy. Ensure all stock is handled correctly to minimize the risk of damage. Examining and reporting on products to verify conformance to quality standards. Keeping the warehouse, working areas, and grounds clean and tidy at all times. Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the trucks and ensuring equipment works Follow Company Health and Safety guidelines. Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you are Detailed-driven. Someone who takes pride in their work A problem solver and think on your feet Able to operate and control equipment effectively. Contracted hours: 40 hours - Full Time Working Hours: 12:00pm - 8:00pm Shift Pattern: 5 out 7, Monday to Sunday Location: 11 Tanners Drive, Blakelands, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 5BU, GB What's in it for you? Hourly rate of £13.90 per hour And enjoy eating our products in your break and take a loaf with you home every day 40% - 50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery 24-hour GP service Our Values We care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

Who are we? The Bread Factory is a long-established business specialising in the production and distribution of high quality breads, pastries and cakes across the UK. The company's focus is on freshly baked artisan products, along with excellent customer service. Our Manchester business has been baking for over 5 years. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that the company's high standards of quality and customer service are maintained and developed, being prepared to drive new ideas and initiatives as the company strives to build upon its excellent reputation in the field in which it operates. About you: Looking for candidates with multi-drop experience (at least 1 year) and extensive knowledge of Manchester or surrounding areas. You will be responsible for: To safely deliver all products and goods ordered to customers on a specified route, ensuring the required standards and quality is met at all times. To load food items in a safe and secure way ensuring no damage to products. Responsible for the actual load of the vehicle, ensuring it is safe and secure before leaving the bakery Have a manual UK driving license - minimum 1-year experience Have a clean driving license or no more than 3 penalty points, no previous ban or endorsement Working hours: Mon-Sun, starting at 2:00AM alternating pattern of 5 and 6 working days out of 7 each week, on a rolling rota. Salary: £12.70 What's in it for you? You'll be learning from the best in town! Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24 hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Free onsite parking and good transport links Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we are seeking our next Unit Manager to join our team. We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We Care about Each Other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We Care about Community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Lead artisan bread production by delivering handcrafted loaves on time, every time, supported by your head bakers, assistant managers, and shift leaders. Champion craft and quality by ensuring every product meets world-class standards while supporting the launch of new artisan creations. Drive performance aligning with business KPIs, identifying how your bakery can make the biggest impact. Plan with precision by accurately forecast and schedule labour, while managing material use and costs effectively. Control waste, protect craft to implement smart processes that reduce waste and boost profitability without compromising quality. Maintain the highest standards by uphold Food Safety (BRC) and GMP audit excellence, embedding a culture of safety and performance. Collaborate across the wider business by working closely with technical, engineering, sales, packing, and customer support teams to deliver the very best for our customers. Inspire and develop your team, lead, motivate, train, and engage bakers at every level, nurturing skills and passion for artisan bread. Be a sustainability champion, support our mission to be soil positive and drive the transition to using only the finest organic flours. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: The ability to inspire, motivate and engage teams, driving performance through support and collaboration. Experience in food production, ideally in an artisan bakery or a fast-paced FMCG environment. Passion for quality and standards, committed to food safety, health & safety, and delivering excellence for every customer. Operational know-how, skilled in planning, problem-solving, and making smart improvements to processes. Confidence with data and systems, comfortable using Excel, Word, Outlook, Power BI and Tropos to manage performance effectively. A role model mindset by leading by example with a positive, professional, and hands-on approach to craft and leadership. Courage and integrity, unafraid to challenge the status quo, always looking for better ways to raise standards and improve the business. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Salary Sacrifice Schemes Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme

About us: The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we are looking for our next Commis Chef. As a Commis Chef, you will make delicious products in our production kitchen, such as Breakfast Pots, Quiches, Salads, and Soups. If you like cooking at home and enjoy using quality ingredients, this role is for you. Contracted hours: 30 hours - Full Time (overtime is optional) Working Hours: 1pm - 10pm Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 days out of 7 Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live within a 5-mile radius, this job is for you Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can Assist with food preparation for large-scale production Follow recipes and kitchen procedures with accuracy Support senior chefs in maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety Ensure workstation is clean, organised, and well-stocked Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment Our people tell us you'll be a great addition to the team if you have Previous kitchen experience (desirable but not essential - training provided) A strong work ethic and willingness to learn Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Keen attention to detail and commitment to quality Flexibility and reliability What's in it for you? Hourly rate of £12.25 per hour (bi-weekly pay) And enjoy eating our products during your break and take a loaf home with you 40% - 50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery 24-hour GP service Our Values We care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

About Us The Bread Factory is a long-established business specialising in the production and distribution of high quality breads, pastries and cakes across the UK. The company's focus is on freshly baked artisan products, along with excellent customer service. We are the proud suppliers of Michelin starred restaurants, prestigious hotels and cafés with our award-winning breads, pastries and cakes. We're looking for reliable Night Shift Lead to join our team and help us keep things moving while the world sleeps! Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week Hours: 5:00 pm to 2:00 am Shift Pattern: 5 days out of 7, with weekend work as required Location: Manchester Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can Lead and motivate the production team, ensuring smooth operations, clear direction, and strong performance. Maintain the highest standards of product quality, food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all regulations. Plan and organise production effectively, resolving challenges quickly and driving cost-efficient operations. Identify and implement process improvements, boosting efficiency and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Support team development through training, feedback, and performance reviews. We are looking for candidates who Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities Commercial awareness with focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness Proven success in fast-paced food manufacturing environments Solid knowledge of bakery equipment, processes, and ingredient handling What's in it for you? Family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity pay, and grandparents leave. 50% GAIL's discount and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. Wellbeing benefits such as 24-hour GP service, parties, Cycle to work schemes and more Our Care Values We care about Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next Raw Materials Technologist to join our team. We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We Care about Each Other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We Care about Community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Approve and monitor suppliers to ensure compliance with standards. Review and verify supplier GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) accreditation. Approve and monitor raw materials and packaging to meet quality standards. Carry out raw material and allergen risk assessments. Verify raw material specifications and associated documentation. Monitor threats and vulnerabilities in raw materials, ensuring supplier compliance. Liaise with suppliers to resolve non-conformance or out-of-specification issues. Ensure the accuracy of Chain of Custody (CoC) claims (e.g. provenance, varietal information). Conduct raw material and mass balance traceability exercises. Obtain and manage supplier Certificates of Conformance (CoC) / Certificates of Analysis (CoA). Take swift action on food safety alerts, liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Support raw material approvals and reviews to ensure timely and accurate product launches. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: Strong literacy and numeracy skills - able to interpret data and documentation accurately. Highly organised with excellent time management skills. Clear and confident communicator (written and verbal). 3+ years' food manufacturing experience (preferably in Supplier Assurance). Level 3 HACCP and Food Safety qualification. Auditor qualification and experience conducting audits (BRCGS preferred). Recognised allergen qualification with strong allergen management knowledge. Familiar with customer codes of practice (allergens, labelling, coding, foreign body detection). Proficient in Microsoft Office - especially Excel. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme

About us: The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we are looking for our next Commis Chef. As a Commis Chef, you will make delicious products in our production kitchen, such as Breakfast Pots, Quiches, Salads, and Soups. If you like cooking at home and enjoy using quality ingredients, this role is for you. Contracted hours: 30 hours - Full Time (overtime is optional) Working Hours: 1pm - 10pm Shift Pattern: Mon-Sun, any 5 days out of 7 Location: Hendon, London, NW9 - If you live within a 5-mile radius, this job is for you Our people tell us you will be a great addition to the team if you can Assist with food preparation for large-scale production Follow recipes and kitchen procedures with accuracy Support senior chefs in maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety Ensure workstation is clean, organised, and well-stocked Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment Our people tell us you'll be a great addition to the team if you have Previous kitchen experience (desirable but not essential - training provided) A strong work ethic and willingness to learn Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Keen attention to detail and commitment to quality Flexibility and reliability What's in it for you? Hourly rate of £12.25 per hour (bi-weekly pay) And enjoy eating our products during your break and take a loaf home with you 40% - 50% discount at The Bread Factory and GAIL's Bakery 24-hour GP service Our Values We care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We care about each other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We care about community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. Whilst ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food.