# Knead Your Career
At The Bread Factory, we believe that real craft takes time, care, and people who are passionate about what they do.<br>
Since our beginnings as a small artisan bakery, we’ve grown into a thriving team of bakers, chefs, makers, movers, and<br> thinker —all united by a shared purpose: to make exceptional food, by hand, with pride.

Our journey began with a single sourdough starter and a big idea—to bring honest, handcrafted baking to more people. Decades later, we’re still guided by that same passion for quality, creativity, and integrity. From hand-shaping loaves at 3am to carefully crafting gluten-free treats or planning the logistics of a smooth delivery, every person here plays a part in what we make, and how we make it.

## Why Join Us?
Because we don’t just bake bread—we build careers. Whether you’re starting out or stepping up, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and hone your<br> craft alongside passionate teammates. We offer structured training, real progression, and a workplace where your skills are seen and celebrated.<br>
If you’re someone who cares about quality, takes pride in your work, and wants to be part of something meaningful, you’ll feel right at home here.
### _Come shape your future with us._

## Behind The Loaf
Read more about our superstars that live and breath all things bread

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### Meet Joanna
In this Behind the Loaf edition, we meet Joanna, our Group People Services Coordinator. From managing a bakery in Brighton to supporting teams across the business, Joanna’s journey is all about growth, care, and a deep love for fresh bread.

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### Meet Harby
In this Behind the Loaf spotlight, we meet Harby, our Head of Technical – Grocery. Since joining in 2023, Harby’s been championing food safety, quality, and collaboration across our Milton Keynes and Manchester bakeries.

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### Meet Renan
In this Behind the Loaf spotlight, we introduce Renan, one of our brilliant Product and Process Technologists. From Brazil to the UK, Renan’s journey is all about passion, creativity, and pushing boundaries in food innovation. At The Bread Factory, he helps bring bold, exciting products to life.

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### Meet Saša
In this edition of Behind the Loaf, we meet Saša, Engineering Manager at our Milton Keynes bakery. With a passion for problem-solving and a love for great food, Saša shares what it's like to keep the bakery running smoothly and why teamwork makes all the difference.

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## Don’t miss new _opportunities_
Ready for your career to rise with us? At The Bread Factory, we believe real craft takes time, care, and people who are passionate about what they do. Sign up to our job allerts so you don’t miss an opportunity. 

About Us

# The Bread Factory Bread Awards
At The Bread Factory, we believe success isn’t just something you achieve—it’s something you share.<br> That’s why we host The Bread Awards—a biannual celebration of the incredible people behind our craft.

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                <h2 class="mb-75">Our Values</h2>
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                <p>We believe a job well done starts with doing things properly, not taking shortcuts. From how we work
                    to how we serve our customers, quality always comes first.</p>
                <p> We focus on giving our customers a consistently great experience through clear communication,
                    proactive service, and taking accountability when things do not go to plan.</p>
                <p> That commitment runs through everything we do, from how we support our teams to how we deliver for
                    our customers, every day.</p>
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                <p>Baking sits at the heart of everything we do.</p>
                <p> Every loaf, pastry and cake is made with pride, skill, and attention to detail. For the past 30
                    years, we have helped set the standards of baking in the UK. This is because we take responsibility
                    for every product we make, combining skill, craft, and innovation.</p>
                <p>We respect traditional techniques while innovating, always striving for the best in flavour,
                    nutrition, and sustainability. Our approach is guided by care and purpose - from sourcing
                    ingredients better to baking as late as possible for maximum freshness and delivering products for
                    our customers on time.</p>
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                <p>The Bread Factory wouldn’t exist without the teams, customers, and communities around us. We show
                    respect and support to everyone we work and partner with. We listen, keep our promises, and act with
                    integrity in all we do.</p>
                <p>Helping each other without being asked is part of how we work. Small acts of kindness, courtesy, and
                    taking initiative make our teams stronger and ensure everyone feels valued.</p>
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                <p>We are proud to support the communities around us, from our local neighbourhoods to the charity
                    partners we work with. We show our care through everyday actions, building relationships, supporting
                    others, and leaving a positive in our bakeries and beyond.</p>
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                <p>As bakers, we recognise our responsibility to the land that feeds us. We believe better baking starts
                    with better ingredients. That is why we work closely with farmers, millers, and suppliers who share
                    our commitment to improving how food is grown and made, and to building a better food system.</p>
                <p>Through careful sourcing, close supplier relationships, and reducing waste wherever possible, we work
                    to leave a positive impact beyond our bakeries.</p>
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Across every department, role, and location, it’s the passion, dedication, and care of our teams that shape who we are. The Bread Awards honour those individuals who go above and beyond to bring our CARE Values to life every single day—A Job Well Done, About Each Other, About Baking, About Community and About Nature.<br>
More than just recognition, these awards reflect our culture. They’re a moment to come together, celebrate our collective achievements, and remind us that—no matter our role—we’re all part of something greater.<br>
The Bread Awards are our way of saying thank you—and of celebrating what makes The Bread Factory truly special: Our People.

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# Growing Bakers Apprenticeship Programme
The Growing Bakers apprenticeship programme is our award-winning initiative designed to fast-track the development of multi-skilled artisan bakers. Created in response to the UK’s baking skills shortage, this year-long programme blends hands-on learning with expert-led masterclasses in partnership with Plumpton College., a leading specialist training provider renowned for excellence in land-based education and professional development.

Our apprentices gain a deep understanding of both the “how” and the “why” of baking, becoming confident, curious professionals who contribute to higher quality, greater efficiency, and a stronger, more diverse team culture. With a proven track record of graduates advancing into diverse roles and departments across the organisation, Growing Bakers is more than a training scheme — it's a launchpad for meaningful, long-term careers in artisan baking.

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# Support Teams
Behind every handcrafted loaf is a team of people solving, supporting and strengthening how we work. From hiring brilliant people to <br> managing data and tech, our Support Team is the backbone of our business. We collaborate, innovate, and grow together.

#### Join us and help power a business built on purpose, people and craft.

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# Logistics & Operations
Our products don’t just taste amazing — they arrive fresh, on time, and just right. That’s where you come in. From warehouse to van to <br> customer door, every part of our operation relies on precision, teamwork, and people who care about doing things right.

#### Join us and help move handcrafted excellence — every shift, every delivery.

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# Production
At The Bread Factory, baking is more than a job — it’s a craft. Our Production Team works with skill, care and tradition to shape beautiful<br> products by hand, every day. From sourdough to patisserie, you’ll learn from the best, grow your craft, and take pride in every loaf you make.

#### Join us to bake with purpose, passion, and a team that values every detail.

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