Experienced Baker / Pastry Cook

The Grove - Niagara Farm Shop; Niagara-on-the-Lake; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, year-round

Flexible hours

Spacious kitchen

Job summary

The Grove - Niagara Farm Shop in Niagara-on-the-Lake is seeking an experienced Baker or Pastry Cook for a full-time, year-round role. You will work with high-quality ingredients in a bright, well-equipped kitchen and contribute to daily production and seasonal creations.

This hands-on position rewards initiative, creativity, and strong baking fundamentals. Flexible hours and collaborative team support growth and stability in a local, welcoming food-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous professional baking or pastry experience is required.
• Several years of hands-on experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and complete daily baking and pastry production.
• Follow established recipes while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
• Contribute ideas and develop seasonal products using fresh, local ingredients.
• Monitor taste, texture, appearance, and overall product quality.
• Use ingredients thoughtfully and help minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen.
• Operate and care for professional baking tools and equipment.
• Work independently while collaborating with the broader kitchen team.
• The responsibilities may evolve; support related bakery/kitchen duties as needed.

Job description

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience

Join Our Growing Team

The Grove is expanding, and we are looking for an experienced Baker or Pastry Cook to join our kitchen team in a full-time, year-round position.

Located in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake, The Grove offers flexible hours, creative autonomy, year-round stability, and the support of a collaborative kitchen team. You will work with high-quality ingredients and fresh, local produce in a spacious, bright, and beautifully equipped commercial kitchen.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on role for an experienced baking or pastry professional who combines technical skill with organization, consistency, and creativity.

You will take ownership of daily production while having the freedom to contribute ideas, test recipes, and develop seasonal baked goods. Because we work with seasonal ingredients, our offerings evolve throughout the year.

We value thoughtful preparation, attention to detail, and genuine pride in every product we make.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and complete daily baking and pastry production.
• Follow established recipes while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
• Contribute ideas and develop seasonal products using fresh, local ingredients.
• Monitor taste, texture, appearance, and overall product quality.
• Use ingredients thoughtfully and help minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen.
• Operate and care for professional baking tools and equipment.
• Work independently while collaborating with the broader kitchen team.

The responsibilities of this position may evolve, and the successful candidate may be asked to support related bakery and kitchen duties based on operational needs.

What We Are Looking For

Previous professional baking or pastry experience is required. Several years of hands‑on experience are preferred, and highly experienced baking and pastry professionals are strongly encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Experience in a professional bakery, pastry kitchen, restaurant, or similar environment.
• Strong baking fundamentals and confidence producing baked goods from scratch.
• Experience making pies and butter tarts, which is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent organization, time‑management, and production‑planning skills.
• Consistent attention to taste, texture, detail, and presentation.
• The ability to work independently, take ownership, and contribute positively to a team.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, storage, and ingredient handling.
• Reliability and availability to work full‑time according to production needs.
• The ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with accommodation available as required.

Formal training in baking, pastry, or culinary arts is an asset but is not required. Demonstrated skill, professional experience, and pride in the craft are what matter most.

Why Join The Grove?

• Full‑time, year‑round employment
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Flexible hours, with no 3 a.m. or 4 a.m. start times
• A spacious, bright, and updated commercial kitchen
• Professional‑quality tools and equipment
• Creative freedom and autonomy
• Opportunities to develop new and seasonal products
• Fresh, local produce and high‑quality ingredients
• A supportive and collaborative kitchen team
• A beautiful location in Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake

The Grove welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process upon request.