Morning Baker - Vancouver, Canada - The Bench Bakehouse

The Bench Bakehouse

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Bench Bakehouse is an independent bakery on Commercial Drive specializing in naturally leavened sourdough breads and French-style pastries. We are currently looking for
a full-time early morning baker / sourdough bread maker to join our team.

The schedule for this position is 4am to 12pm Saturday and Sunday, 5am to 1pm Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Saturday and Sunday this positions main responsibility is the
morning bake-off including proofing, baking and finishing of laminated pastries, scoring and baking sourdough bread, dividing ciabatta, dividing and shaping of baguettes, preparation and baking of double baked croissants, baking of other pastries and cookies.

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this positions main responsibility is to
assist with the morning bake-off and sourdough bread making/shaping under the direction of the primary bake-off and bread making personnel.

Additional duties include preparation of creams, fillings and icings, icing cakes, general prep work and assisting with production (such as scones, cookie doughs, quick breads).

This is a fast paced position that requires the ability to multitask and work independently.
Must live in the Greater Vancouver Area and have own transportation. Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (no work visas).

We are looking for people with the following qualities:

Punctual and reliable, can work early mornings and weekends
Has a sense of urgency, can complete tasks in a timely manner and work under pressure
Able to take direction and follow instructions
Always willing to learn and be challenged
Take pride in their work and has good attention to detail
Physically fit, able to stand for long periods
Ability to lift heavy objects (min. 20kg)
Comfortable with numbers and basic math
Able to communicate effectively within a team environment and work well with others
Maintain a sanitary work environment

Specific requirements:

Formal baking/pastry arts training
Food Safe Certificate
Minimum 1 year experience in a similar environment preferred

Compensation:

Competitive hourly wage
Extended Health Benefits offered after 3 months full time employment
Tip sharing
Free food for staff meals
Discounted or free bakery products

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$19.00-$23.00 per hour

Schedule:
8 hour shift

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$19.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits: