BAKERY OPERATIVE & SHOP ASSISTANT (PART-TIME, PERMANENT)

Location: Bedford (MK42)
Hours: Minimum 26h/ week ,
Pay: £12.21 – £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Are you passionate about great customer service and fresh, artisan bakery products?
Do you enjoy working in a friendly, supportive environment and want to be part of a growing local business?
We’re currently looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Bakery Operative & Shop Assistant to join our team in Bedford.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a varied, hands-on position that combines shop floor responsibilities with back-of-house support in a busy bakery environment. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys both customer interaction and practical work.

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:

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• Unpacking and displaying freshly baked goods

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• Assisting customers, serving products, taking payments

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• Labelling, packing and wrapping items for sale

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• Slice and prepare bread for delivery

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• Keeping the store tidy and presentable at all times

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• Supporting basic preparation tasks where need

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• Maintaining hygiene and food safety standards

• Organise and prepare customer order for local shops