Baker

Peace Country Co-op is hiring a Baker in Peace River, Alberta. Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at https://www.peacecountryco-op.crs/sites/peacecountry/ [https://www.peacecountryco-op.crs/sites/peacecountry/] What you’ll do: * Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service and respond to product inquiries * Order, receive, inspect, and store raw materials and supplies used in the preparation of baked products * Prepare, mix, and bake a variety of products including breads, rolls, buns, pastries, cookies, and specialty items according to established recipes * Operate commercial bakery equipment including mixers, proofers, ovens, and slicers safely and efficiently * Monitor product quality, freshness, and consistency throughout the baking process. * Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment, including daily sanitation of bakery areas * Rotate inventory and remove outdated or unsellable products to minimize waste Why it matters: Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together. Who you are and what you have: * Red Seal Journeyperson Baker Certification (or equivalent) considered an asset * Minimum 2–3 years of professional baking experience in a commercial or retail setting * Strong understanding of baking techniques, ingredient functions, and food safety regulations * Excellent time management and organizational skills * Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment * Available to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required * Comfortable with physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs Our Team Members receive competitive salaries. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation. At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

The baker is responsible for preparing, mixing, and baking a variety of products while maintaining a clean and food-safe environment. They also manage inventory, provide customer service, and operate commercial bakery equipment.

Candidates should have 2-3 years of professional baking experience and a strong understanding of food safety regulations. A Red Seal Journeyperson Baker Certification is considered an asset.

• Learning opportunities • Professional development

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Baking
• Customer service
• Food safety
• Inventory management
• Sanitation
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Commercial bakery equipment operation
• Recipe execution

• Food & Beverage
• Retail
• Trades

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week