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NewsWaitrose appoints Miriam Tellis in new bakery and meal solutions head role
The former Diageo strategic lead will help guide the direction of the retailer’s bakery, dine-in, and food to go offer in stores and online
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NewsScientists launch research into disease-resistant wheat genes
Researchers at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh are studying how genes of different wheat varieties interact with deadly fungal disease, septoria tritici blotch
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NewsGenius Foods unveils Stephen Hann as its next CEO
A change of leadership next year will see the current CEO of snack brand One Good Thing take over from Adam Smart at the gluten-free bakery supplier
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NewsJacksons Bakery fined £366k after engineer loses finger in Corby accident
Bread supplier pleads guilty to breaching health and safety regulations as investigation finds inadequate training, instruction, and monitoring at Corby site
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InterviewMy bakery job: Jenny Pace, Fitzbillies
“I love seeing all the reasons people buy cake and Chelsea buns from us,” explains Jenny Pace from Cambridge-based bakery Fitzbillies
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NewsJones Village Bakery creates 50 jobs amid surging demand from overseas
Wrexham-based manufacturer has landed new contracts to supply gluten-free products to retailers across the Middle East with total exports expected to hit £10m this year
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NewsReal Bread Campaign names new ambassadors
The batch of 14 volunteers, including business founders and baking class instructors, are tasked with finding and creating opportunities to fly the flag for real bread
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NewsCommittee formed to champion careers in baking industry
The goal is to maintain a healthy pipeline of talent for business of all sizes, from craft bakers through to large manufacturers, to ensure the industry thrives for generations to come
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NewsNew tipping law comes into force across foodservice sector
Workers at the likes of bakery cafés and coffee shops can now bring a claim to an employment tribunal should their bosses fail to share all tips and services charges with them
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NewsNational Bakery School merges with South Bank College
The two institutions, which are part of London South Bank University, have merged in a move designed to spark creativity and drive advancements in bakery education and the wider industry
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NewsCompleat Food Group and Hill Biscuits among BSB autumn line-up
Regional craft firms Babyfaced Baker and Two Magpies Bakery will also give presentations alongside the bakery manufacturers at the conference on Thursday 10 October
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NewsWarburtons, Bakkavor, Lantmännen Unibake, and Biscuiteers name new hires
Four different UK bakery manufacturers have welcome new board members including appointments in senior sales and finance roles
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NewsRoberts Bakery announces new MD as part of leadership reshuffle
Julia Banton steps up to managing director of the Cheshire-based manufacturer replacing Bill Thurston, who assumes the overall strategic leadership role
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NewsMore than 700 Bakkavor workers in Spalding set to strike over pay
Manufacturer expresses disappointment at union workers’ decision to strike claiming the proposed pay increase was ‘well above inflation and national living wage’
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NewsAllied Bakeries drivers in Glasgow secure 8.5% salary increase
Manufacturer of Kingsmill, Allinson’s, and Sunblest bakery brands agrees two-year deal following a pay ballot participating in by Unite trade union members
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InterviewMy bakery job: Bradley O’Hara, Panificio Italiano
The team leader details his career path, daily activities, and goals, including how an ongoing Level 3 apprenticeship has helped elevate his management skills
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InterviewRoll with it: how Scottish bakery Mortons Rolls is rebuilding
Under its new ownership, the Glasgow-based business has ambitions to become the ‘king of rolls’
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NewsHost revealed for 2024 Baking Industry Awards
This year’s celebrity host is a top-notch DJ and TV presenter who has also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing
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NewsKrispy Kreme announces change to UK&I leadership
Current Pret A Manger shops and franchise director Guy Meakin will replace Jamie Dunning, who steps down after two and a half years in the president and MD role
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group appoints first chief product officer
FMCG veteran Mark Howgego is named in the newly-created role at the manufacturer behind bakery brands including Pork Farms, Wall’s Pastry, and Wrights Food Group