Become a Baker on Bakehood

Turn your passion for baking into a thriving business. Join our community of local artisan bakers.

Start Your Baker Journey

Why Join Bakehood?

Work From Home

Bake from your own kitchen at your own pace. No need for expensive commercial premises.

Local Customer Base

Connect with customers in your area who are looking for fresh, artisan baked goods.

Flexible Schedule

Set your own availability, working hours, and holiday periods. You're in control.

Easy Payments

Secure payments through Stripe. Get paid directly to your bank account automatically.

Simple Platform

Easy-to-use dashboard to manage products, orders, availability, and customer messages.

Focus on Baking

We handle the platform, payments, and customer discovery. You focus on creating amazing bakes.

How It Works

1

Sign Up & Create Profile

Register as a baker, set up your business profile with description, location, and specialties. Upload a profile photo to help customers connect with you.

2

Add Your Products

Create your menu with photos, descriptions, prices, and ingredients. Set delivery options (collection, local delivery, or postage) for each item.

3

Set Your Availability

Define your working hours, exceptional dates (holidays, busy periods), and maximum orders per day. Enable holiday mode when needed.

4

Connect Stripe Account

Link your Stripe account to receive payments. Quick setup process, and payouts are handled automatically after orders are completed.

5

Start Receiving Orders

Customers find you through local search, place orders, and you get notifications. Manage everything from your baker dashboard.

Simple, Fair Pricing

8% + £0.20

Platform Commission Per Order

No monthly fees or subscription costs

No listing fees or setup charges

Only pay when you make a sale

Includes payment processing, platform hosting, and customer support

Baker Dashboard Features

Product Management

  • • Add/edit products with photos
  • • Set prices and categories
  • • Manage ingredients & allergens
  • • Add product tags (vegan, gluten-free)
  • • Control availability per product

Order Management

  • • View all incoming orders
  • • Order capacity controls
  • • Customer contact details
  • • Order status tracking
  • • Delivery method preferences

Availability Settings

  • • Set working hours by day
  • • Mark exceptional dates
  • • Maximum orders per day
  • • Holiday mode toggle
  • • Minimum notice period

Payouts & Earnings

  • • Stripe Connect integration
  • • View earnings breakdown
  • • Payout history
  • • Balance tracking
  • • Automatic bank transfers

Notifications

  • • Email & SMS alerts
  • • New order notifications
  • • Payment confirmations
  • • Payout alerts
  • • Customizable preferences

Business Profile

  • • Business description & bio
  • • Location & delivery radius
  • • Specialties showcase
  • • Profile photo
  • • Contact information

Requirements to Get Started

Food Hygiene Certificate: Required for selling food from home in the UK

Business Registration: Register as self-employed with HMRC (free and quick)

Insurance: Public liability insurance recommended for home baking businesses

Local Authority Registration: Register your food business with your local council (free, 28 days before trading)

Bank Account: Business bank account or personal account for receiving payments via Stripe

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Important Legal Notice

Bakehood operates as a marketplace only. By creating a baker account, you certify that you are registered as a food business with your local authority and meet all UK food safety requirements. You understand that providing false information may lead to suspension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a commercial kitchen?

No! You can bake from your home kitchen. Just ensure it meets basic food hygiene standards and you have the proper food hygiene certification.

How do I get paid?

Payments are processed through Stripe. After connecting your Stripe account, payments from completed orders are automatically transferred to your bank account (minus the 8% + £0.20 platform fee).

Can I set my own prices?

Yes! You have complete control over your pricing. Set different prices for each product and update them anytime.

What delivery options can I offer?

You can offer collection only, local delivery (set your own radius and fees), or postage. Mix and match options for different products.

How do customers find me?

Customers search for bakers in their local area. Your profile appears in search results based on location, and customers can browse your menu and place orders directly.

Can I take time off?

Absolutely! Use holiday mode to temporarily hide your profile, or mark specific dates as unavailable. You're in complete control of your schedule.

Ready to Start Baking?

Join Bakehood today and turn your baking passion into profit