Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled, passionate, and dependable Experienced Baker to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in baking, a good understanding of baking techniques, and the ability to consistently produce high-quality baked goods from scratch.

This position requires someone who takes pride in their craft, has excellent attention to detail, and can work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, baking, decorating, and finishing a variety of baked goods while maintaining high standards of quality, freshness, presentation, and food safety.

Responsibilities and Duties

- Prepare and bake a variety of products, including breads, pastries, muffins, cookies, cakes, squares, desserts, and other baked goods.
- Follow recipes accurately while understanding proper measurements, ingredient ratios, mixing methods, and baking techniques.
- Prepare doughs, batters, fillings, icings, frostings, and other baking components from scratch.
- Measure, mix, knead, proof, shape, portion, and bake products according to established recipes and production requirements.
- Operate and maintain baking equipment, including commercial mixers, ovens, proofers, and other kitchen equipment.
- Monitor baking times, temperatures, consistency, and product quality to ensure reliable results.
- Decorate, finish, and present baked goods with attention to detail and visual appeal.
- Prepare daily baking production based on inventory, customer demand, and business needs.
- Maintain consistency in flavour, texture, appearance, portion sizes, and overall product quality.
- Keep the baking area clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout the shift.
- Follow proper food handling, sanitation, allergen awareness, and food safety procedures.




- Monitor ingredient inventory, communicate supply needs, and assist with ordering and stock rotation.
- Properly label, package, store, and date products according to food safety standards.
- Minimize food waste through proper preparation, storage, and inventory management.
- Assist with developing new recipes, seasonal products, and baking specials when needed.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Complete opening, closing, cleaning, and daily production duties as required.

What the Job Requires
- Previous professional baking experience and a strong understanding of commercial baking operations.
- Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, measurements, and recipe development.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize daily production.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce consistent, high-quality products.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet production deadlines.
- Knowledge of proper food storage, sanitation, food safety, and allergen procedures.
- Ability to troubleshoot baking issues and adjust techniques when necessary.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain a clean and effective workspace.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry ingredients and supplies, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
- Dependability, punctuality, professionalism,



and a strong work ethic.
- Flexibility to accommodate early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

Experience and Qualifications
- Previous professional baking experience is required.
- Formal baking or pastry training is considered an asset.
- Experience with scratch baking and commercial kitchen production.
- Knowledge of breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, muffins, and other baked goods.
- Experience using commercial baking equipment.
- Food safety certification is preferred.
- Experience with recipe scaling, batch production, and inventory management is an asset.
- Creativity and a passion for developing quality baked products.

What We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced baker who is passionate about their craft and takes pride in producing fresh, high-quality baked goods. The ideal candidate is hardworking, organized, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of their daily responsibilities.

We value someone who understands that successful baking requires consistency, patience, precision, creativity, and attention to detail. We are looking for a team player who takes initiative, maintains high standards, and is committed to contributing to a positive and productive kitchen environment.

This role is about more than following recipes. It is about bringing skill, creativity, and pride to every product, maintaining consistency and quality, and helping create baked goods that keep customers coming back.

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Camrose, AB T4V 0S4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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