Job Title: Café Baker

Location: The Current

Position Type: Full time (37.5 hrs per week)

Salary/Hourly Rate: $25/hr

Job Purpose

The Current is seeking a skilled and dependable Café Baker to prepare a variety of fresh baked goods for our student-owned and operated on-campus café. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality baked products, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring all food is prepared, handled, and stored in accordance with food safety, sanitation, and public health standards.

Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare and bake a variety of fresh products, including breads, muffins, cookies, squares, pastries, cakes, and seasonal specialties.
Follow production schedules to ensure fresh products are available while minimizing waste.
Maintain a clean, organized, and productive kitchen and baking area.
Ensure all food is prepared, stored, labeled, and handled in accordance with food safety regulations and best practices.
Adhere to all public health, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards.
Monitor inventory of baking ingredients and supplies and communicate restocking needs to management.
Maintain accurate inventory counts of production items




Assist in food production of breakfast items when needed.
Operate and maintain baking equipment safely, reporting any maintenance issues as needed.
Assist in developing current recipes and seasonal baked goods.
Maintain consistent product quality, portioning, and presentation.
Complete daily cleaning, opening, and closing duties as required.
Work collaboratively with café staff to support smooth daily operations.

Qualifications
Previous baking experience in a commercial bakery, café, or food service environment.
Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and safe food handling procedures.
Food Handler Certification.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
Reliable, dependable, and able to work in a team environment.

What We Offer
A consistent 37.5 hour work week.
A welcoming and supportive campus work environment.
Opportunities to contribute creative baking ideas and seasonal menu offerings.
The chance to be part of a student-focused café that values quality, community, and service.

📌 Cafe Baker Kingston (Canada)
🏢 The Current
📍 Canada