baker

Asset languages

• Dutch; Flemish

Work setting

• Bake shop

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
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Bake mixed dough and batters
• Prepare special orders
• Train staff
• Inspect kitchen and food service areas
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Create new recipes

Food specialties

• Breads and rolls
• Desserts and pastries

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Security and safety

• Reference required

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example : flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)