About Nova Era Bakery

Since 1991, Nova Era Bakery has proudly brought the taste of Portugal to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Starting in Toronto’s Little Portugal, our family-owned business has grown to include 2 food production facilities and 5 retail locations, all driven by a shared passion for tradition, quality, and customer care. We are dedicated to recreating the warmth of a European café experience with every product we make.

Position Overview

We are excited to invite a Full-Time Bakery Mixer to join our growing production team!

In this hands-on role, you’ll play a key part in creating the doughs and batters that make our products special. We’re looking for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

As a Bakery Mixer, you’ll help ensure our products are consistent, delicious, and always up to standard—while contributing to the efficiency and safety of our production line. This is more than just mixing ingredients—it’s about being part of a team that takes pride in every batch we make.

Key Responsibilities

- Precisely measure and weigh ingredients in line with recipes and daily production schedules.
- Operate and maintain industrial mixing equipment according to safety standards
- Mix, monitor, and adjust yeast-raised doughs to consistently meet product specifications.
- Mix, monitor, and fine-tune dough and batter consistency to ensure high-quality results.




- Uphold strict sanitation and cleanliness of workstations and mixing tools.
- Handle raw materials following company and safety protocols.
- Collaborate with bakers and production staff to ensure seamless workflow.
- Perform basic equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.
- Maintain accurate logs of ingredient use, batch tracking, and daily output.
- Support continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, efficiency, and safety.

Qualifications & Requirements

- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a commercial bakery or food manufacturing (preferred)
- Able to lift 50+ lbs and remain on your feet for extended periods
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes with precision
- Math skills (weight conversions, measurements, scaling)
- Familiarity with industrial mixing equipment and production processes
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative attitude
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices
- Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-moving setting
- English required

Work Schedule: Sunday to Thursday

- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Monday to Thursday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Days Off: Friday and Saturday

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Experience:
- Commercial Bakery: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Bakery Mixer (Toronto)
🏢 Nova Era Bakery IX
📍 Toronto