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Vacancies

Take your career in a new direction by joining our team of artisan bakers & pastry chefs

Join our award winning regional bakery

Why not consider joining our vibrant professional team where we can give you full training whilst working in a fun and vibrant environment.

You will be rewarded with a wonderful working environment, a good salary and company pension, a training programme, employee discount, free access to a local gym and fitness classes and free on-site parking. All our staff have full access to our Employee Assistance Programme via Hospitality Action.

Please find our current vacancies below.

Production Chef - Full Time

Location: Hambleton Bakery Cafe & Shop, 2 Cottesmore Road, Exton, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8AN

Full Time Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm | 5 days out of 7 (includes weekends)

The Role:

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled individual to join our fantastic team, crafting delicious pasties, cakes, savoury bakes, and café favourites from scratch.

At Hambleton Bakery, we believe in traditional methods, quality ingredients, and baking with heart. We are growing and so is our range. If you love getting stuck into proper baking and want to be part of something special, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing:

  • Creating high-quality sweet and savoury pastry products, soups, salads, and café items.
  • Working in a busy, friendly kitchen environment where timing, precision, and a bit of flair go a long way.
  • Collaborating with a small, dedicated team.
  • Maintaining excellent food, personal, and kitchen hygiene standards.

Requirements:

  • A methodical, organised person who thrives under pressure.
  • Someone with a sharp eye for detail and a can-do attitude.
  • A confident communicator who can work independently and, in a team.
  • Someone flexible and happy to pitch in during busy periods.
  • A reliable team player with their own transport (we’re in a beautiful rural spot, but it’s not on a bus route).

Benefits:

  • Salary - £24,700 per annum (subject to experience.
  • 28 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata, including bank holidays).
  • Generous staff discount on our incredible products.
  • Free access to a local gym and fitness classes.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Free parking and on-site facilities.
  • Company pension

To apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter to denise.hart@hambletonbakery.co.uk or drop off with the team, explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Day Baker - Full Time

Location - Hambleton Bakery, Hooby Lane, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7WS

Full-Time - 37.5 hours per week - working 5 days out of 7.

Pay: £26,000 per annum

The Role:

  • Mixing, shaping, proving, and baking a variety of artisan breads to the highest standard.
  • Keeping your workspace clean and ensuring all Health & Safety regulations are met.
  • Working as part of a small, dedicated team that takes pride in every loaf.

Job Requirements:

  • A passion for quality, fresh-baked goods.
  • A hardworking, methodical, and can-do attitude.
  • High standards of food and kitchen hygiene.
  • Confidence to work independently while being a great team player.
  • Flexibility for possible overtime during busy periods.
  • Reliable transport (as we’re in a beautiful but remote location with no public transport).

Benefits:

  • 28 days paid holiday per year (pro rata, includes bank holidays).
  • Staff discounts on our delicious products.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Ride your bike to work scheme.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Refer a friend program.

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to scott@hambletonbakery.co.uk