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Apprentice Baker
Level 2 or 3

Porter is looking for an eager and driven Apprentice Baker, who will be able to learn from a master baker with 30 years of baking experience in the UK and European industry. This opportunity is available for both Level 2 or 3 Apprenticeship courses, (dependent upon prior experience/starting point).

We are excited to be opening our second site, in which there will be a fully equipped bakery. We’ll produce high-quality viennoiserie, bread, and cakes. This is not only a chance to learn, but also a chance to develop your skills and progress your career as the bakery business grows.

Our Head Baker is well versed in managing apprenticeships and nurturing talent, having already seen many apprentices through to distinction.

You will learn

  • Fundamental and advanced baking skills

  • The ins and outs of artisan baking

  • How to use professional bakery equipment safely

  • Food safety, supply management, and quality standards

There is no experience required – just a passion for baking and a determination to improve, as well as punctuality and mutual respect. Porter is open to people of all ages and backgrounds who share our passion for quality and craftsmanship.

You will

  • Gain a Bakery Qualification, either Level 2 or Level 3

  • Have the chance to stay on and progress with Porter

  • Earn a wage as you learn

  • Free coffee and tea while on shift

  • Breakfast pastry and staff lunch included

Qualifications

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Baking Industry Skills

  • Functional Skills in Maths & English (if applicable)

The Programme

  • 40 hours/week, 5 days out of 7 (including weekends)

  • A mix of on-the-job training and off-site workshops

  • Regular check-ins with your manager and tutor

  • Support with Maths and English qualifications if needed

Why choose us?

You will have an opportunity to learn from the very best, within a company culture that strives to be the best. We are a kind, caring, nurturing bunch, but that doesn’t mean we go soft in our approach to quality. You will learn to take pride in your work, and possess an acute attention to detail with an absolute focus on the quality of every single product that gets sent out. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values structure and continuous learning. If you have a passion for baking, and want to develop your craft and learn from a master baker with 30 years’ experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary: £7.55, dependent on experience

Please send us an email to hello@porterbakery.com with the subject line ‘Apprentice Baker’, quickly telling us who you are and what you’re up to in life, along with your CV.