We are a specialty micro bakery and cafe located in the heart of Kits committed to providing our customers with freshly made, health oriented baked goods made with the highest quality ingredients. We believe that everyone deserves to experience having delicious baked goods in a wonderful setting along side the best tasting coffee this side of town.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for detailed oriented, focused and efficient bakers to join our team. The position requires relevant baking experience, including working with commercial baking equipment, being able to correctly follow recipes on your own within a set time frame. As a baker, you will be working in a small space on your own in the early mornings and then alongside other bakers, baristas, and front-of-house staff. It is important that you are able to maintain excellent levels of quality and cleanliness. Attention to detail is a big part of this job, it will be necessary to correctly prep and bake multiple recipes in one shift. Cleanliness is also important, and when recipes are completed, it will be necessary to wipe down appliances, tidy the work station areas, and always maintain a clean environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 1 year of proven experience preparing and baking recipes.
Must be okay cooking with animal products (eggs, butter, meat in sandwich ingredients).
Ability to create multiple recipes daily while maintaining the highest quality standards is required.
Attention to detail and the ability to stay focused while maintaining a positive attitude in a high-paced, busy environment is a must.
Basic math skills, including fractions is essential
Ability to efficiently follow instructions on your own and maintain a high level of professionalism when engaging with customers and other staff.
An outgoing, mature, friendly and respectful attitude towards customers and other staff is required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fluent in English or native speaker.
Ability to commute to Kitsilano for work and start at 6 AM or earlier if needed is a must.*
What you'll work on:
Prepare and bake a variety of sweet and savoury baked goods and breads
Fill out and maintain prep and bake logs
Follow an extensive daily production list
Keep fridge and pantry organized and clean
Explain ingredients to customers when asked
Accept and store deliveries
Refill pastry cases carefully and keep them clean
Wash and put away any dishes as needed throughout the day
Maintain a clean and tidy workspace, washing hands frequently
Monitor inventory and supply levels
Note items that are low in stock
Wash and put away dishes as you work
Ability to lift 20 kg
Sweep and mop floors
Clean sinks, countertops, windows and appliances (fridges, ovens, mixers, etc)
Clean bathroom, windows and other cleaning tasks
Sort out and take out recycling, take out garbage and compost
Deep cleaning shifts may be scheduled on occasion
CONTACT INFO
Interested applicants please submit your resume alongside references. Cover letter not required but appreciated.
Only qualified applicants will be considered and contacted for interviews.
DETAILS
Monday & Thursday from 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 1 PM daily
Base wage is from $18/hr with a reliable $2/hr or more from pooled gratuities. Compensation is negotiable up to $19/hr depending on the level of experience and expertise you bring to the role.
We offer small raises throughout the year based on outstanding job performance and consistent contribution to the team.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00-$21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 per week
Benefits:
Discounted or free food
Store discount
Application question(s):
What is your status in Canada? (i.e. Citizen, PR, Work Permit, Student, Work Holiday Visa) If on a visa, when does it expire and are there any work restrictions?
If on a visa, when does it expire?
If on a visa are there any restrictions?
Are you able and willing to reliably commute to Kitsilano to begin your shift 6 AM everyday? (Buses are not efficient at that time and often includes a lot of walking for transfers).
Experience:
Baking: 1 year (required)
Language:
English (fluent or native speaker) (required)
Work Location: In person
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