Bakery
Recruitment
High demand for experienced bakery professionals
At Everest People Solutions, we recognise that bakery recruitment is one of the most competitive hiring processes in the industry today. Whether you need a skilled temporary worker or a long-term permanent employee – our team can help.
We also understand that you need to plan your bakery hires for temporary workers ahead of your busy periods, and our team’s expertise can ensure your business runs smoothly.
Looking for a job or need help with sourcing the right person?
Opportunities in the baking industry
The baking industry is a significant employer in the country, providing over 75,000 jobs. This workforce is notably diverse, with 30% working part-time and a slight majority of 53% being female.
Did you know?
British women eat around 76g of bread every day while men consume approximately 113g a day.
Economic Value
The UK baking sector is now worth £4.4 billion and is the largest within the UK food industry with at least 2,661 baked food manufacturing businesses.
From plant bakeries, in-store bakeries and craft bakeries, the industry is forecast to grow a further 0.4% in the next year. Additionally, there are 1,644 bakery cafe UK businesses, which is an increase of 1.3% over the past 12 months. To read more about the growth of the bakery industry, click here.
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Typical Roles
- Bakery Managers
- Bakery Assistant Managers
- Bakers
- Baker’s Assistants
- Flour Confectioners
- Cake Decorators
- Confectioners
- Assembly Line Operators
- Bakery Managers
- Bakery Assistant Managers
- Bakers
- Baker’s Assistants
- Flour Confectioners
- Cake Decorators
- Confectioners
- Assembly Line Operators
- Bakery Managers
- Bakery Assistant Managers
- Bakers
- Baker’s Assistants
- Flour Confectioners
- Cake Decorators
- Confectioners
- Assembly Line Operators
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Client Testimonials
They said it, not us
“Working with Everest was a game-changer for our engineering team. Their expertise in matching the right talent to our unique needs made a world of difference. Thanks to them, we’ve built a stronger, more innovative team that is driving our projects forward with confidence.”
Managing Director - Global Processor
"The impact of partnering with a specialist like Everest has been fantastic for our business. Our productivity levels have increased by over 25% and we've seen a significant reduction in pick item error rates of nearly 30%, saving us both time and money."
Head of Operations - Pet Food Manufacture
"Their ability to swiftly adapt to changes and maintain fulfilment rates above 98% speaks volumes about their dedication and reliability. It's reassuring to know that amidst shifting circumstances, they remain steadfast in delivering exceptional service."
Operations Director - National Processor
"I can’t recommend Everest highly enough. They showed a real commitment to understanding our business needs. What sets Everest apart is their ability to give us access to engineering skills that aren’t readily available in the UK. Our engineering team is now filled with skilled, hardworking individuals, and our recruitment worries are gone."
General Manager - Poultry Processor
"Everest took the time to understand our needs in fine detail, delivering exactly what we needed. Without them, finding a solution within the UK, especially so quickly, would have been impossible. Now, we have a skilled, passionate, and dedicated workforce, grateful for the opportunity, rarely calling in sick, and smiling through their shifts."
Managing Director - Food Service Supplier