About Us

WA-BAGEL is a Japanese-style bagel bakery in downtown Vancouver and a proud member of the Aburi Restaurants Group. We specialize in unforgettably chewy bagels crafted with natural fermentation and our house-made Koji sourdough, alongside classic Japanese breads like Melon Pan and Curry Pan.

What You Will Do & Training

Working closely with our Head Baker, you will receive hands-on training in Koji sourdough management and Japanese-style bagel production while handling daily operations:

- Mix dough, manage fermentation, and monitor proofing stages.
- Divide, shape, fill, boil, and bake bagels and seasonal breads.
- Maintain recipe accuracy, product consistency, and a clean, food-safe environment.
- Assist with inventory and occasional off-site events.

Qualifications

- Prior experience with fermented/yeasted dough or an artisan baking education.
- Familiarity with commercial bakery equipment and sourdough starters.
- Able to work safely in a physical, fast-paced production environment.




- Legally authorized to work full-time in Canada.

Position Details & Benefits

- Location: 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC.
- Schedule: Full-time (5 days/week), 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
- Compensation: $21.00 – $25.00/hour (based on experience) plus tips after probation.
- Perks: Extended health/vision/disability insurance, paid time off, casual dress, and Aburi Group staff discounts.

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Perks:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Are you consistently available to work five shifts per week beginning at 6:00 AM?
- Please briefly describe your experience with bread or fermented dough and what interests you about Japanese-style baking at WA-BAGEL.

Work Location: In person

📌 Full-Time Baker (Japanese Bagels & Bread) – WA-BAGEL (Central Vancouver)
🏢 WA-BAGEL by ABURI
📍 Central Vancouver