Bakery Assistant

About us

Merridale Cidery & Distillery

At Merridale we strive to create delicious and intriguing craft cider and spirits that are handcrafted sustainably with integrity, curiosity and care at our family farm, and BC’s first craft distillery, in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Our farm is home to our Cidery, Distillery, Eatery, and Tasting Bar.

Would you like to live or work in the Cowichan Valley? Merridale is looking for a baking assistant that can also double as a line cook. That will bring forth innovative ideas and recipes that pair well with our ciders and spirits while honouring our values and brand. This is a full-time position, and if you join our team, your kitchen will be in the middle of an orchard surrounded by gardens and apples. Hours are mostly during the day, early starts available but some night hours could be required nothing later than 9pm.

Most of your shifts will be during the day. We offer extended health benefits, a competitive wage, shared tip pool ($8-12/hr), and perks.

Here’s what you will be doing,

• Working in the kitchen & bakery – Cooking, Cleaning, Prepping, Baking

Here’s what you need

• Experience on the line
• Experience with some sort of baking
• Be a self- started, and able to work on a team –We all help each other out
• Be physically fit, - You will need to lift heavy items such as a 50 lb keg
• Carry a big smile and have an awesome attitude – A positive outlook is everything
• Don’t be afraid to ask –the kitchen can be an intimidating place, if you don’t know then ask
• Be able to multi-task _–As a multi-faceted business, there is many avenues for growth
• A desire to grow – We encourage questions and appreciate those wanting to learn
• Be passionate – We want you to be as excited about what we do as we are

Company Profile

Merridale is a cidery, distillery and eatery in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Our farm is a destination where we grow our apples, and make our craft products - cider, spirits, food and experiences for our guests. As a destination, we focus on tours, and events. We have been in business for over 30 years in the Cowichan Valley.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every Weekend
• Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Work Location: In person