Baker – Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in baked goods located in Toronto is seeking an experienced Baker to prepare and bake a high volume of bakery products. Candidates must have prior baking experience and obtain a Food Safety Certification by their first day. This role involves operating large mixers and ovens, monitoring product quality, and adhering to safety procedures. A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as a baker is required.
• Food Safety Certification - Level 1 must be obtained by the first day.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and bakes high volumes of bakery products.
• Operates large power mixer and ovens.
• Monitors quality and adherence to safety procedures.

Skills

Baker experience

Food Safety Certification - Level 1

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Baker

Location:

Description of position: Prepares and bakes high-volume of bakery product according to Costco formulas. Handles industrial sized ingredient containers and operates large power mixer. Monitors ovens.

Daily tasks and responsibilities

• Assembles, measures, and combines large quantities of ingredients according to Costco formulas. Uses calculator to adjust formula for alternate yield.
• Uses power equipment to mix and prepare bakery product, such as dough roller, muffin depositor and crust machine.
• Operates power mixer to prepare batter, frosting and fillings for baked goods.
• Rolls, cuts and shapes dough for breads and pastry. Transfers raw product to raising rooms.
• Bakes product in large ovens, monitors ovens and removes baked product to cooling racks at appropriate time. Feeds dough into automated dough machine.
• Monitors sanitation, temperatures, pull dates and complies with health code. Follows safety and security procedures.
• Follows department production procedures and standards for quality and consistency of finished product.
• Provides prompt and courteous member service.
• Assists with other bakery duties as needed.

Non-Essential Functions and Tasks

• Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Food Safety Certification - Level 1 required first day in the position.
• Experience: Baker experience required.
• Knowledge/Skills: None.
• Other:

Knowledge and talents recommended for job success

NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).

Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. 42 Overlea Blvd
Thorncliffe Park (Toronto), ON M4H 1B8

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