Baker - Dalhousie
Bakes and prepares a variety of food items following standardized recipes and production guidelines. Maintains a clean and sanitized workstation while adhering to strict food safety and security policies.
- On-site
- Halifax, NS
- Posted Jul 29, 2026
- Apply by Aug 28, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Job Description It?s time to bake new dreams! As an integral member of our amazing Dal Food Services team, you?ll feel right at home at Aramark. With the chance to try different flavors and baking styles, you?ll follow mouth-watering recipes and work with top-of-the-line equipment to ?bake? your dreams come true. Your health and safety are important to us, so we have production and safety guidelines in place to help you do what you love most. So, come on board, ignite your passion, and start your sweet career with Aramark. Job Responsibilities Bakes and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, etc. Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, mixers, etc. Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc. Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation Ensures security of company assets Qualifications 1-2 years baking experience preferably in institutional industries such as hospitals, higher education, or correctional facilities Experience with large quantity batch-baking an asset Valid WHMIS and Food Safe (Basic or Advanced), First Aid Certification is an asset Knowledge of and commitment to upholding high standards of food safety and hygiene Additional certification may be required by work location Ability to work effectively and efficiently supervised and unsupervised Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine desire to provide outstanding customer service Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operations This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This is a union position with SEIU Local 2. Aramark offers medical and dental benefits, paid vacation time, paid sick time, RRSP, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms and safety shoes, up to 50% reimbursement on professional development initiatives, and more! #ACAN400 About Aramark Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. About Aramark The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
What you’ll do
Bakes and prepares a variety of food items following standardized recipes and production guidelines. Maintains a clean and sanitized workstation while adhering to strict food safety and security policies.
Requirements
Requires 1-2 years of baking experience, preferably in institutional settings, and knowledge of food hygiene standards. Valid WHMIS and Food Safe certifications are required, with First Aid certification considered an asset.
Benefits
• Medical Benefits • Dental Benefits • Paid Vacation Time • Paid Sick Time • RRSP • Employee Meal Plan • Complimentary Uniforms • Safety Shoes • Professional Development Reimbursement
Listed skills
- Customer servicePreferred
- First AidPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Baking
- Food Preparation
- Recipe Adherence
- Equipment Operation
- Food Safety
- Sanitization
- Customer Service
- Batch-Baking
- WHMIS
- First Aid
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Collaboration
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 28, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
