Job Description

Bush Order Provisions Ltd. is hiring a full-time second position sourdough bread baker.

We are looking for an individual passionate about naturally-leavened breads with a keen interest in being a part of a small family-run business. We have a strong commitment to the success of the business and to the physical, social health and wellness of our community. Our operation encompasses a wholesale bakery, a once-a-week Farm Store, and an abundant market garden where local fruit and vegetables are sold alongside our baked goods, or incorporated into them.

Visit our website http://bushorder.ca/ for more information on Bush Order and its owners and operators.

The second baker position will contribute, but not be limited to the following operational requirements; baking many products in the convention ovens, preparing ingredients for baked products, pizzas, cookies and cream cheese production, shaping many secondary baked products such as sandwich bread, focaccia and bagels, baking and/or boiling said products; bagging and labelling products; and closing down the bakery kitchen for the day.

As a small team, we communicate regularly and are in constant pursuit of the most efficient production schedule possible

The secondary baker position will provide, for the right candidate, the opportunity to learn and advance in the bakery business receiving training in mixing, dividing, shaping and baking different sourdough-based bread. Initial advancement would target a more self-sufficient role and with progression the role of primary baker and mixer over time.

It is preferred, though not necessary, that candidates be familiar with working in a retail/commercial kitchen or bakery, and have kitchen cleaning experience or knowledge, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

Roles/Responsibilities:

Second Baker (+/- 32hrs/week, full-time potential)

Prepare and bake Focaccia, Shape, boil and bake Bagels, Shape and bake sandwich breads Stretch and Par-bake Pizza shells, Prepare frozen pizzas, Prepare secondary products:Cookies & Ingredients
Cream Cheese & Ingredients;

Prep dough inclusions and pizza ingredients; Prepare and weigh the flour for mixer; Prepare ready-made food products. Bag and label bread products; Manage Sanitary Program:Wipe and sanitize all surfaces;
Clean and sanitize all mixing equipment;
Sweep and mop floors daily;
Help clean staff bathroom;

Potential Additional Roles

Maintain and expand microgreen operationSeeding
Washing of trays
Watering on a regular schedule
Harvesting
Packing and Labeling

Communicate inventory levels on an ongoing basis.

Application Requirements

Applicants must live or be willing to relocate to Yellowknife, NT. Ability to lift up to 20kg comfortably. Ability to be on your feet for long hours at a time. Ability to work in a fast-paced food production environment Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.

Schedule

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (production dependant) Tuesday-Friday 32/hours per week Saturdays [potentially for full-time hours ]

Salary

Wage dependant on experience, with the opportunity for raise depending on job performance.
Please include a resume and a cover letter telling us a bit about yourself! We will only contact those selected for an interview

Apply through our website at https://bushorder.ca/employment/

Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.50-$27.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Store discount
Schedule:

8 hour shift Morning shift Weekends as needed
Experience:

baking: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-05-20