Job Overview

At Sunterra Market, exceptional bread is more than a product. It is a reflection of our commitment to quality ingredients, traditional craftsmanship, and creating memorable food experiences for our customers. Every loaf produced in our bakery helps deliver the freshness, authenticity, and culinary excellence that define the Sunterra brand.

We are seeking an Artisan Bread Baker & Production Associate with a passion for the craft of breadmaking and a strong understanding of artisan bakery production. This role is responsible for producing fresh, handcrafted breads that support multiple Sunterra locations while maintaining the consistency, quality, and attention to detail our customers have come to expect.

The successful candidate will contribute to all aspects of bread production, including dough mixing, fermentation, proofing, shaping, baking, inventory management, production planning, and ingredient ordering. They will help ensure our bakery remains well-positioned to meet daily demand across multiple Sunterra locations while anticipating seasonal peaks, holidays, promotions, and special events. Success in this role requires a commitment to quality, strong organizational skills, and an understanding of how artisan bread production and inventory planning work together to ensure consistent product availability.

This role is ideal for an experienced Artisan Baker, Bread Baker, Production Baker, Commercial Baker, or Scratch Baker seeking an opportunity to apply their skills in a high-volume artisan bakery environment. It is equally suited to a motivated baker looking to expand their knowledge, develop their production planning capabilities, and grow within a team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Mix, scale, ferment, shape, score, proof, and bake artisan breads according to Sunterra recipes and quality standards.
- Produce a variety of artisan breads and bakery products including sourdoughs, baguettes, bâtards, hearth breads, sandwich loaves, buns, rolls, specialty grain breads, and seasonal offerings.
- Monitor dough development, hydration, fermentation, and proofing to ensure consistent product quality.
- Follow standardized recipes, production schedules, and quality specifications.
- Operate bakery equipment safely and effectively, including mixers, proofers, ovens, and sheeting equipment.
- Ensure finished products meet established standards for appearance, texture, flavour, freshness, and consistency.
- Package and prepare products for distribution and daily replenishment across multiple store locations.
- Maintain a strong understanding of artisan breadmaking principles and continuously seek opportunities to improve quality and consistency.
- Execute daily and weekly production plans to ensure all store locations are adequately supplied.




- Monitor production requirements and adjust output to support promotions, holidays, seasonal demand fluctuations, and special events.
- Assist with forecasting bakery production volumes based on historical sales, upcoming programs, and business needs.
- Monitor ingredient inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs proactively.
- Assist with and, when required, execute orders for flour, grains, seeds, ingredients, packaging materials, and production supplies.
- Track production volumes, inventory usage, waste, and yield to support operational efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce waste, and enhance production consistency.
- Support uninterrupted bakery operations through effective planning, organization, and inventory management.
- Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety standards.
- Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations, equipment, storage areas, and production environments.
- Complete required production records, sanitation logs, and temperature monitoring documentation.
- Follow proper storage, labeling, handling, and rotation procedures.
- Monitor ingredient quality and notify leadership of any concerns impacting product quality or production.
- Ensure all products consistently reflect Sunterra's quality and presentation standards.
- Work collaboratively with fellow bakers, production associates, and leadership to achieve daily production goals.
- Support onboarding and training of new bakery team members as required.
- Share knowledge, best practices, and baking techniques that contribute to team success.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment.
- Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a willingness to take on increasing responsibility within the bakery operation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

- Experience in artisan bread baking, commercial baking, food production, or a bakery environment, with a demonstrated interest in artisan bread production and traditional breadmaking techniques.
- Strong understanding of breadmaking fundamentals, including dough development, fermentation, proofing, shaping, scoring, and baking techniques.
- Experience producing artisan breads such as sourdoughs, baguettes, bâtards, hearth breads, rolls, buns, and specialty grain products is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of bakery production planning, inventory management, forecasting, ordering processes,



or supply management is considered an asset.
- Passion for artisan breadmaking and a desire to continuously develop baking skills and technical expertise.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing demands, and meet production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Food Safety Certification is considered an asset.
- Baking Certificate, Journeyperson Baker Certification, Red Seal Baker Certification, or equivalent industry experience is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to overall team success.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and a desire to grow within a production bakery environment.

Working Conditions

- Work is performed in a commercial bakery and food production environment.
- Requires standing, walking, bending, and repetitive movements for extended periods.
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of products, ingredient bags, and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Exposure to hot ovens, bakery equipment, flour dust, temperature fluctuations, and refrigerated storage areas.
- Requires early morning, overnight, weekend, holiday, and peak-season availability based on operational requirements.
- Fast-paced environment with daily production deadlines and fluctuating volumes driven by customer demand, promotional programs, and seasonal business needs.
- Requires some reaching above and below shoulder height.
- Repetitive use of hands with power grasping and fine manipulation.

*Full-time and part time Team Members will receive a discount of 50% off selected prepared foods when enjoyed in-store (these items vary by location) and a general discount on all groceries in-store and the café! *

The seeds of Sunterra took root on the Price family farm over fifty years ago in Acme, AB. With gratitude for land that has been in their family for decades, the Price family decided to name their company after the very things that helped nourish their business - the sun and the earth - and Sunterra was born.

Join our growing Sunterra Family and be part of a team where your contributions are valued and makes the difference. Just like finishing a hard day's work on the farm, working for Sunterra will provide you with a sense of ownership, pride, and the satisfaction of a job well done. Expand your skills and feel a sense of belonging and fulfillment. With your passion and care help, create unforgettable experiences for our customers through exceptional service and high-quality products.

Roll up your sleeves and apply!

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

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