All People articles
-
InterviewMy Bakery Job: Jennifer MacPherson, learning & development manager, Birds Bakery
MacPherson has lead the implementation of a new learning management system for over 1,000 employees at the growing Midlands bakery chain
-
NewsBaking industry welcomes PM’s launch of new technical education routes
New pathways helping to provide 14-year-olds with early access to technical skills, work experience and connections with local employers have been warmly welcomed by trade bodies and associations
-
NewsHiggidy names interim CEO as Rachel Kelley departs
Kelley, who has headed up the savoury pastry brand for five years, is heading to KTC Edible Oils where she will be managing director
-
NewsContestants wanted for Bake Off: The Professionals 2027
Love Productions is seeking talented and passionate pastry professionals to take part in series 12 of the show
-
InterviewRise and shine: how Cornish Bakery is reshaping the bakery landscape
As the independent chain launches its new Rise concept, the leadership team explain their thinking behind the blurring of lines between bakery, coffee shop, and casual dining
-
InterviewMy Bakery Job: David Martos, founder, House of Cinn
Spanish native Martos reveals how a side hustle to fund community projects turned into a fully fledged sweet treat brand with national retailer listings
-
NewsScottish Bakers launches interactive trail of bakeries across Scotland
Launched on the trade body’s website, the trail serves as an immersive storytelling hub allowing users to explore bakery locations across the region as well as exclusive video interviews with the owners
-
NewsBaking industry figures pay tribute to ‘true gentleman’ John Renshaw
“Delightful company”, “permanently an optimist”, and a “true, gentle gentleman” were used to describe the man who grew his grandfather’s cake decoration business and supported countless young bakery students
-
NewsDawn Foods partners with UCB on student internship programme
The optional internship is designed to give bakery and patisserie students broad practical experience in a commercial bakery environment
-
FeatureHow COO Lucy Wills has steered Finsbury towards continuous improvement
Through initiatives Wills helped develop and implement, such as the Finsbury One Excellence Programme, the bakery manufacturer has become more integrated and focused on growth, automation and talent development
-
NewsNetflix cake show star among mentors of students at 2026 Renshaw Cup
A group of 16 promising bakery talents recently completed three days of masterclasses, hands-on training, and competitions at British Bakels manufacturing site in Liverpool
-
NewsNew leadership appointments at Greggs, Cybake, Reiser and more
Two new CFOs, a head baker, a head of customer success, and sales managers are among the latest senior hires within baking industry
-
NewsStrategic hires unveiled at Mr Whippy ahead of £15m doughnut factory launch
Treats brand has made a raft of senior appointments, including baking industry veteran Jacqui Jackson as head of NPD, as it gears up to open its new Sheffield facility later this summer
-
InterviewMy Bakery Job: Sam Leatherby, executive pastry chef, London Hilton on Park Lane
Executive pastry chef at the age of 29, Leatherby worked his way up the ranks at the London Hilton on Park Lane having joined as an apprentice in Heathrow
-
FeatureInside Cerealto’s UK growth plan: speed, scale and a co-manufacturing model
Bosco Fonts, CEO of the Madrid-headquartered business, highlights its speed of innovation and co-manufacturing capabilites for brands of biscuit, cereal bars, rice cakes and more in the UK
-
FeatureWhat impact does hot weather have on bakery sales?
As temperatures rise, bakeries are navigating a complex mix of stronger spending, shifting consumer tastes, and heat-driven operational challenges
-
InterviewMy Bakery Job: Sam Burton, buyer, Just Desserts
As a buyer for the Bradford-based manufacturer, Burton values not just price but also good service and meaningful, long-lasting relationships with ingredients suppliers
-
NewsGail’s appoints international managing director
Bakery chain eyes opportunities overseas as it brings on board Harry Goss, former partner and head of foodservice at McWin Capital Partners which has backed Gail’s since 2021
-
NewsBrook Food names Mike Moran as managing director
Moran’s transition to the leadership role at the Somerset-based bakery equipment supplier is said to be the culmination of a long-term succession plan
-
NewsWilliam Reed UK managing director Lorraine Hendle to leave after 27 years
Hendle has lead and shaped William Reed’s portfolio of brands including British Baker, The Grocer, Food Manufacture, Morning Advertiser, Restaurant, and Retail Week