What it’s really like
Scott’s keen to banish the myths that can put people off training to be a baker.
‘It's not just about getting up at 4am and getting your hands dirty,’ he says.
‘Early starts do exist, but there’s so much more to it these days. It’s about using your head and hands, because there’s a lot of science and other processes.’
Jobs include not just baking and confectionery, but also dispatch, warehouse work, hygiene and quality control. There are also opportunities to get creative with new products, by working in the development side of the trade.
‘It’s a great industry to work in because it’s rewarding to see a project through and to have the chance to learn new things all the time,’ Scott says.