chef

Blackbird Baking Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Discounted or free food

Extended health care

Store discount

Vision care

Wellness program

Job summary

Blackbird Baking Company in Toronto is seeking a Savoury Chef to help lead our bakery’s production operations with energy and precision. The role focuses on supervising the savoury team, scaling dips and sandwiches, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

This is an early morning, on-site position (6am–2pm) with weekend availability required. You will collaborate with the bakery staff to deliver exceptional products while developing new recipes and training new hires.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of management experience.
• 3+ years cooking experience; catering facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production of sandwiches and dips, delegating tasks to the savoury team.
• Scale and prepare dips, condiments and sandwiches following established recipes.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards; operate equipment safely.
• Train new hires and manage inventory and equipment needs.
• Collaborate with the bakery staff to ensure efficient workflow and quality.

Skills

Management

Team Leadership

Food Preparation

Sanitation & Safety

Education

Culinary experience (3+ years)

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Company Overview

Blackbird Baking Company is an artisanal bakery situated in the heart of the Riverside neighbourhood in Toronto. We take pride in crafting exceptional sourdoughs and a diverse range of bread products that nourish our community and uphold traditional baking excellence. Our savoury chef runs the 4 person department that crafts our selection of daily made sandwiches and dips to complement our bread program.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic Savoury Chef to assist in leading our bakery’s production operations with energy, precision, and a passion for quality. Loves early mornings and leading a team with empathy and kindness.

Candidate's Job Duties

• Supervision:
  • Ensuring the daily smooth production of sandwiches by overseeing, delegating and advising the savoury team.
  • Making in-the-moment delegation and scheduling decisions, adjusting to variables such as sick call outs, overstaffed.
  • Provides feedback to Operations Manager concerning savoury staff performance and human resources-related concerns.
  • Reporting to Head Production Manager concerning any equipment or ingredient needs.
  • Ordering of ingredients and maintaining inventory.
  • Developing new recipes for seasonal sandwich menus.
  • Training of new hires according to the company Training Pathways (training manual).
• Daily Production:
  • Accurately scale and make dips, condiments and sandwiches following established recipes.
  • Operate mixers, ovens, induction burns and other equipment properly and safely.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work cooperatively with the savoury cooks and Bakery Support team to complete daily tasks efficiently.
  • Maintain a positive and respectful attitude in all interactions.
  • Support a smooth and productive team workflow, contributing wherever needed.
• Quality & Knowledge:
  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Blackbird Baking Co.?s product line.
  • Ensure all recipes are scaled and executed precisely and consistently.
  • Keep the production space and equipment clean and well-maintained.
• Sanitation & Safety:
  • Perform daily cleaning duties and uphold the highest standards of bakery cleanliness.
  • Adhere strictly to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
  • Operate all bakery equipment safely and according to company procedures.
• Weekly Schedule and Hours:
  • This is an early morning position, generally 6am-2pm.
  • Weekend availability is a requirement.
  • 5 day work week (5 x 8 hour shifts, 30 minute paid break). 2 day weekend.

Candidate Qualifications

• 1+ year management experience.
• 3+ years cooking experience, specialty in a catering facility an asset.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$23.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Experience

culinary management: 1 year (required)

Work Location

• Location Toronto , ON
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 23.00 to $ 25.00 HOUR hourly
• Terms of employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy