Skilled Baker

COBS Bread; Victoria; On-site; AUD 32,427 - 42,296; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Staff discounts on bakery products

Opportunities for growth and skill development

Job summary

A local bakery in Victoria seeks a Skilled Baker for early morning shifts. Responsibilities include preparing and baking a variety of breads and sweets from scratch, ensuring consistency with recipes, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards. Ideal candidates have experience in a commercial bakery, strong knowledge of baking techniques, and are detail-oriented. This position offers competitive pay, a consistent schedule, and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a baker in a commercial setting.
• Willingness to obtain Food Safe certification.
• Ability to work independently during early morning hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of breads and sweets from scratch.
• Ensure consistency with established recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards.

Skills

Baking techniques

Dough handling

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Job Title: Skilled Baker - Early Morning

Location: Victoria, BC, Canada

Position Type: Full-Time

Start Time: As early as 12:00 AM

About Us

We are a busy, quality-focused bakery in Victoria dedicated to crafting fresh, handcrafted breads, rolls, sweets and pastries daily. We pride ourselves on consistency, creativity, and a strong team culture that values early risers who love the craft of baking.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Skilled Baker to join our early morning production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in precision, and enjoys starting their day before the rest of the city wakes up.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of breads, rolls and sweets from scratch
• Follow and maintain consistency with established recipes and production schedules
• Mix, shape, proof, and bake doughs with attention to quality and timing
• Monitor ovens and adjust baking conditions as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are strictly followed
• Assist with inventory tracking and ingredient preparation

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a baker in a commercial bakery, restaurant, or similar setting
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, fermentation, and dough handling
• Ability to work independently and efficiently during early morning hours
• Comfortable with physically demanding work (standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 kg)
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Food Safe certification (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Consistent early morning schedule
• Opportunities for growth and skill development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Staff discounts on bakery products

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé along with a brief note about your baking experience and availability. We’re especially interested in hearing about your favorite products to bake and why.

Join our team and help bring fresh, high-quality baked goods to the Victoria community every morning.

While we thank you for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

About COBS Bread

With over 130 locations, COBS Bread serves fresh and delightful baked goods to communities across Canada every day. Any unsold items are donated daily to various local charities and food banks. The company's success can be attributed to the quality of our product, the development of our people, and our warm and friendly customer service.

Accessibility

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.