Full Time
Bakery & Coffee Shop Manager
Henley
Coffee Shop or Bakery Management experience desirable.
We’re looking for a friendly, approachable, and community-minded individual to lead our Henley bakery and coffee shop. At Waring’s Bakery, we take pride in our freshly baked goods and warm, welcoming atmosphere and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for great service and genuine connections.
About the Role:
As Manager, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the shop, ensuring every customer enjoys an exceptional experience and make Henley a success.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and motivating your team to deliver outstanding service
Maintaining high standards in food hygiene, presentation and product quality
Overseeing daily operations, including food production and staff scheduling
Identifying ways to grow sales and enhance the customer experience
What We’re Looking For:
A friendly nature and a genuine interest in people
Previous management or supervisory experience (retail or hospitality preferred)
Strong organisational and leadership skills
A proactive, can-do attitude with a passion for excellent service and problem-solving
Hours:
Up to 40 hours per week, Monday to Saturday (5-day week plus 1-in-5 Sunday rota). Flexibility to cover staff holidays is essential.
Complete this form on the link below to submit your application and send it to recruitment@waringsbakery.co.uk
Fixed Term Entry Level Role
Summer Office Assistant
Tilehurst (office based role)
About the Role
We are looking for a confident and friendly individual to join our office team over the summer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain practical office experience and develop valuable workplace skills in a supportive environment.
We're seeking someone who is organised, eager to learn and able to pick things up quickly. If you enjoy working with others, take pride in your attention to detail and aren't afraid to answer the phone, we'd love to hear from you.
This role may particularly suit a student or school leaver seeking summer work experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Answering and directing telephone calls professionally
• Printing, scanning and general administrative tasks
• Data entry and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting the wider office team with day-to-day activities
• Assisting with ad hoc tasks as required
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently
About You
The successful candidate will be:
• Confident and approachable
• Friendly and professional
• Well organised with strong attention to detail
• Quick to learn new tasks and processes
• Reliable and proactive
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Able to manage their time effectively
Previous office experience is not required; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are more important.
Application Process
As part of the application process, some applicants will be required to complete a short micro task or trial shift designed to assess their attention to detail, communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
If you're looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a busy office environment this summer, we'd love to hear from you.
Complete this form on the link below to submit your application and send it to recruitment@waringsbakery.co.uk
Part-time (circa 7 hours a week, some ad hoc weekends)
Mobile Bakery & Coffee Van Operator
Overview:
Dream of one day running your own food business? This is your chance, get behind the wheel of our mobile bakery van - slinging sourdough and bringing smiles to the community.
We’re on the lookout for a hands-on, entrepreneurial individual who loves chatting with customers, thrives on adaptive work hours and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves
What you’ll be doing:
- Driving and managing our mobile bakery van at local pitches and events.
- Operating EPOS (Till System) and ordering systems to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Ensuring all Food Safety Compliance is completed daily.
- Serving fresh bread and pastries
- Building friendly relationships with regulars.
- Managing stock, setting up displays, and keeping the van looking beautiful.
- Keeping an ear out for new event opportunities and community markets.
- Taking card payments.
You’ll love this job if you:
- Experience in a supervisory or management roles.
- Experience in a food truck role is desirable but not essential.
- Are naturally entrepreneurial and dream of running your own café or food business.
- Enjoy working independently, outdoors, and being on the move.
- Are a confident, friendly conversationalist with great customer service skills.
- Are hands-on, practical and good at keeping things organised.
- 25+ and hold a clean UK driving license.
Perks:
- Flexible working routine.
- Being part of a fun, creative, and supportive family business.
- Free Baked Goods, Probably the best perk.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Friday 7 – 2pm currently
- Ad hoc weekend availability required
Experience:
- Retail, customer services, hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Complete this form on the link below to submit your application and send it to recruitment@waringsbakery.co.uk
Full-Time & Part-Time
Baker
We’re looking for a new team member to join our small production team in our family bakery in our bakehouse in Spencers Wood, Reading.
At our award-winning bakery, we produce bread and confectionery to supply our six branches, wholesale and online delivery service.