baker, pâtissier

Work setting

• Bake shop
• Large volume bakery

Tasks

• Prepare dough for pies, bread, rolls and sweet goods, batters for muffins, cookies and cakes and icings and frostings according to recipes or special customer orders
• Prepare pastry for special occasions, such as weddings and birthdays
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Bake mixed dough and batters
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Prepare special orders
• Supervise baking personnel and kitchen staff
• Frost and decorate cakes and baked goods
• Draw up production schedules
• Train staff
• Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
• Inspect kitchen and food service areas
• Operate machinery
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Baker Trade Certification
• Baker Red Seal Certificate

Food specialties

• Breads and rolls
• Desserts and pastries
• Donuts and muffins
• Chocolate

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector

Security and safety

• Airport security clearance
• Basic security clearance
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Early morning

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Weekend

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Parking available