Qualifications

Employment Requirements:

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as Bakery Manager
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as Baker is required. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Attention to detail 
• Can work in a fast-paced environment 
• Is able to handle the physical requirements of the work (lifting up to 50 lbs.) 
• Able to perform repetitive tasks 
• Able to stand for extended periods
• Performs tasks with a high degree of accuracy 
• Is customer focused
• Has excellent oral communication skills 
• Has excellent written communication 
• Is a team player

Important information:

Flexibility in schedule is required. Candidates must have availability to work weekends and holidays. The shifts per day are as follows and will be assigned depending on the business needs: 

• 5 AM to 2:00 PM
• 6 AM to 3:00 PM
• 7 AM to 4:00 PM
• 9 AM to 6:00 PM

A 30-minute unpaid lunch break will be provided as well as 2 paid healthy breaks of 15 minutes. Overtime may be required.

Description/Duties

We are 100% independent, locally owned, managed an operated, and has been the Sunshine Coast’s premier grocer for 60+ years. Our store is more than just a grocery store – we are a hub for the community.

Business Address:  48-900 Gibsons Way, Gibsons BC V0N 1V8
Work location:  Same as above
Employment Type:  Full Time / Permanent

Estimated Start Date:  As soon as possible

Job Description:

• Plan, direct and evaluate the operations of the Bakery Department 
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold, and implement price and credit policies
• Source and negotiate with vendors when necessary to procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets, authorize expenditures, and monitor revenues
• Evaluate and improve customer service and respond to customer requests and issues
• Address staffing requirements, including the hiring, development and retention of staff
• Order materials, equipment and supplies
• Oversea the baking of mixed dough and batters
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Draw up production schedules
• Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
• Inspect kitchen and food service areas
• Keep records related to deliveries, inventory, and production levels
• Oversee sales and merchandising of baked goods

Benefits: Disability benefits, Extended Medical Insurance, Dental benefits, Group Insurance benefits, Life insurance benefits, and vision care benefits.