ICS South Ltd. | Italian Centre Shop
5028 104a St NW
Edmonton, AB T6H 6A2, CAN

Description
Pastry Assistant / Baker

Start Your Career in the World of Pastry & Baking

Do you love baking, working with your hands, and creating beautiful desserts people can't wait to enjoy? Are you looking for an opportunity to learn from experienced bakers and build a rewarding career in the pastry trade?

At Italian Centre Shop , we're looking for a Full-Time Pastry Assistant / Baker to join our South Side bakery team. Whether you're already enrolled in a baking apprenticeship program or simply passionate about learning the craft, this is an prospect to gain hands-on experience making a wide variety of baked goods in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Working at the Italian Centre Shop is like being part of an extended family. We are passionate about food, community, tradition, and helping our team members learn, grow, and succeed.

Learn valuable pastry and baking skills from experienced professionals

Opportunities for growth and advancement within the bakery

Free lunch on most shifts

Yearly bonus

Comprehensive health benefits for full-time employees

On-site parking

Be part of a company whose mission is to Connect Community Through Food and Cultural Experience

What You'll Be Doing

As a Pastry Assistant, you'll gain hands-on experience in all aspects of bakery production, including:

Measuring, mixing, and preparing ingredients according to recipes

Learning dough handling techniques including rolling, kneading, shaping, and cutting

Preparing fillings, icings, glazes, ganaches, and other specialty components

Baking products and monitoring quality throughout the process

Decorating and finishing pastries and desserts

Stocking and maintaining attractive bakery displays





Assisting customers with product recommendations and questions

Following food safety and sanitation standards

Helping maintain a clean, organized, and efficient bakery environment

Learning inventory, production, and waste-control practices

Contributing ideas and creativity to our bakery team

No two days are the same. You'll have the opportunity to develop a broad range of baking skills while working alongside passionate food professionals.

We Would Love to Hear From You If You:

Have a passion for baking, pastry, and food craftsmanship

Enjoy learning new skills and techniques

Take pride in producing high-quality products

Thrive in a team environment

Are reliable, punctual, and hardworking

Can work independently when needed

Are comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Experience & Education

We are willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.

Ideal candidates may have:

Previous bakery or food production experience

Enrollment in, or completion of, the first year of a Baking Apprenticeship Program

A High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

A desire to build a long-term career in the baking or pastry industry

Schedule

Full-Time Position

Typical shift: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Open availability preferred

Early mornings, weekends, and statutory holidays required

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on role that requires:

Standing and walking for extended periods

Lifting up to 50 lbs regularly

Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching

Working around ovens, mixers, flour, and baking ingredients

Occasional work in coolers and freezers

Ready to Turn Your Passion for Baking Into a Career?

If you're eager to learn, grow your skills, and become part of a bakery team that values craftsmanship, community, and quality, we'd love to meet you.

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📌 Pastry Assistant (Alberta)
🏢 Italian Centre Shop
📍 Alberta