Bakery Assistant

Working at the Italian Centre Shop is like being part of our family. We value, reward and promote team members who are passionate about food, family, community and committed to doing a great job. We are currently looking for a **Full Time Bakery Assistant at** **our Edmonton West **_(17010 90th Avenue NW)_ **location.**

**Schedule Details**:

- Monday to Sunday: 5:00 am to 1:00 pm
- Saturday and/or Sunday required

**Reports To**: Bakery Supervisor

**Job Summary**

Italian Centre is a cultural experience, a gathering place where we offer the best-known European products, exceeding customer's expectations, delighting them with family memories of home. We are passionate trend setters, listening to our customers and being attentive to local and world markets.

The Baker Assistant, under the direction of the Bakery Supervisor, will primarily be responsible to adhere to and enforce all appropriate workplace regulations, compliances, and legislation regarding health and safety, food preparation standards, and company policies and procedures. This position will be continually aware of, and maintain, the highest standards of professionalism. This role will also maintain a professional appearance, demeanour, and attitude at all times. The Baker Assistant must possess high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and have completed or be currently enrolled in a Baking Apprenticeship program.

**Competencies**

Commitment to Health and Safety Communication

Cultural Sensitivity Organization

Professionalism Teamwork

Time Management Accountability

**Job Duties**
- Adhere to and enforce all appropriate workplace regulations, compliances, and legislation regarding health and safety, food preparation standards, and company policies and procedures
- Be continually aware of, and maintain, the highest standards of professionalism
- Maintain a professional appearance, demeanour, and attitude at all times
- Protect the health and safety of others by adopting safe work practices and reporting unsafe conditions immediately
- Maintain familiarity with the composition of all bakery items; following recipes and/or product directions, including the mixing of ingredients, decorating and finishing touches
- Responsible to follow the established production schedule and adapt to changing schedule as required and/or needed
- Ensure all kitchen equipment and tools are being used safely and according to provided direction
- Ensure food is handled, stored, and cooked according to health and safety standards, and that proper clean-up occurs to meet health regulations.
- Clean agreed designated areas in accordance with laid-down procedures, morning or evening routines, and hygiene requirements
- Other duties as required

**Job Requirements**
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, from an accredited education institution or program preferred
- Completed or presently enrolled in Baking Apprenticeship Program
- Two years of experience in a bakery industry
- Strong working knowledge of food services industry principles, methods, practices, and techniques
- Ability to use both manual and electrical processing machines
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
- Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
- Demonstrated time management skills
- High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment

**Work Conditions**
- Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Extended periods of standing, and other physically demanding conditions
- High levels of stress and pressure
- Occasional overtime

**What we Offer**
- Competitive wages
- Extended Group Health and Dental Benefits; Group Home and Auto Insurance Benefits
- Annual Bonus Program
- Free lunch daily
- Ongoing training and coaching for skill development
- Education Assistance Program

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift