Location: Borough Market, London or Wembley
Contract: Full-Time, 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Reporting to: Head of Bakery School
About Us
Nestled in the heart of Borough Market, Bread Ahead was founded in 2013 by Matthew Jones after 25 years in the restaurant industry. Since then, we have become one of London's most recognised artisan bakeries and baking schools.
From our flagship Bakery School in Borough Market to our growing online and international presence across Dubai and Saudi Arabia, we continue to share our passion for artisan baking with customers around the world.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals who share our passion for food, hospitality, and outstanding customer experiences.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and charismatic Bakery School Teacher to deliver engaging and inspiring bakery classes whilst acting as an ambassador for the Bread Ahead brand.
You will be responsible for delivering a variety of Bakery School courses, managing classes from preparation through to completion, and ensuring every guest enjoys an exceptional learning experience.
The successful candidate will play an active role in developing existing courses, creating new learning opportunities, and helping Bread Ahead expand its educational offering.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver practical bakery and pastry workshops to customers of varying skill levels.
- Prepare all ingredients, equipment and teaching materials required for each class.
- Lead engaging and informative sessions, ensuring a positive customer experience throughout.
- Manage classroom activities in accordance with food safety, health and safety, and hygiene standards.
- Support the development and review of existing courses and learning materials.
- Contribute ideas for new courses, workshops and learning experiences.
- Promote Bread Ahead's Bakery School through exceptional teaching and customer engagement.
- Keep up to date with industry trends, techniques and developments in artisan baking.
- Maintain a clean, organised and professional learning environment.
- Support promotional, marketing and social media activities when required.
About You
- Minimum 7 years' professional bakery or pastry experience.
- Minimum 2 years' teaching, training, mentoring or coaching experience.
- Strong knowledge of artisan baking techniques and methods.
- Passionate about sharing knowledge and inspiring others.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Customer-focused with a friendly and approachable manner.
- Organised, proactive and able to adapt to changing situations.
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Comfortable working weekends, evenings and peak trading periods when required.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to teach within one of London's leading Bakery Schools.
- A supportive and passionate team environment.
- Exposure to a growing international bakery brand.
- Staff discounts across Bread Ahead sites.
- Opportunities to contribute to course development and innovation.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of applying, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Bread Ahead is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Pay: £15.00-£25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
