Baker

Waterloo, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

$20–$23 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The baker will prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, and desserts while developing daily menus to meet client requirements. They are also responsible for maintaining food safety standards, cleaning the work area, and ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all baked goods.

Job details

Company Description WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully. Job Description WHAT’S THE JOB? We are looking for a talented, passionate, and dependable Baker / Pastry Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in baking and pastry preparation, takes pride in quality and presentation, and enjoys working in a fast-paced professional kitchen. Your work will include: Prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, desserts, cakes, and other baked goods Develop and execute daily baking and dessert menus. Preparing and baking goods from scratch Restocking pastry shelves and maintaining a sufficient and fresh supply of baked goods Maintain consistent quality, flavour, freshness, and presentation. Ensuring consistent quality standard in over-all food preparation as per clients’ requirements including consideration to special dietary constraints Complying with food hygiene regulations in accordance with Food Safety Act Cleaning, washing, and sanitizing equipment and over-all work area WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Competitive compensation based on experience. Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered. A professional and supportive kitchen environment. Opportunities to contribute ideas and develop new products. Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing! Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader Qualifications WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards. Minimum 3 years’ baking experience in a restaurant or hotel/institutional environment Proven experience preparing baked goods for large number of guests Ability to stand for a long period of time and lift up to 35 pounds Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and dessert presentation. Additional Information Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request. Compensation: CAD 20 - CAD 23 - hourly

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of baking experience in a professional kitchen environment and possess strong knowledge of baking techniques. The role requires the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 pounds, along with a solid understanding of food safety and sanitation.