Lead baker

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Catering and hospitality

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Plan, prepare and produce a significant range of refined products such as sour dough, complex pastry and biscuit products, fried products, and cake and sponge products.

What you'd do

Plan and organise daily production schedules to meet demand

Mix, shape, prove, and bake a full range of bread, pastry, and confectionery

Check finished products against quality and appearance standards

Manage ingredient stock levels and place orders to avoid shortfalls

Train and coach junior bakers in correct techniques and hygiene procedures

Complete food safety records including temperature logs and allergen controls

Develop new product ideas and trial recipes to specification

What you'd learn

Advanced baking science including fermentation, gluten development, and emulsification

Product development skills for adapting and creating new recipes

Quality control procedures and how to maintain consistent product standards

Food safety management including HACCP principles

Stock control, ingredient costing, and reducing waste

Team leadership and how to plan and organise production schedules

Legislation covering food labelling, allergens, and hygiene standards

Ready to look for a place?

See live Lead baker apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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