Job Posting – Croissant And Pastry Baker

Job Posting – Croissant and Pastry Baker

Since opening in 2009, Duchess Bakeshop has created a reputation as one of the leading bakeries and patisseries in Edmonton and in Canada. With a commitment to quality ingredients and attention to detail we strive to excite and bring joy to everyone that enters our bakeshop.

Our kitchen team come from a variety of backgrounds all while sharing a commitment to consistently making a high-quality product each and every day. Teamwork and spirit are at the core of what makes a great kitchen team member.

We are currently looking for a part-time experienced pastry person to join our kitchen. As a member of our pastry team, your typical day will include baking, finishing and garnishing pastries, cakes, and tarts before moving on to the prep work for the next day.

Our ideal candidate is an individual who is motivated to grow and develop their skills as a pastry cook. We look for insightful cooks who take a strong interest in the process of making pastries. At Duchess Bakeshop we bake everything from scratch and use high quality ingredients. If you thrive in a fast-paced work environment, keep a high cleanliness standard, have pride in your work and are a team player, we would love to hear from you!

We are looking for team members who can embrace the smallest details and the highest standards and are excited to take part in our mission to bring inspiration, quality, comfort, and joy to Edmontonians and visitors alike!

Our talented bakery team members help in all aspects of our product creation process. Responsibilities include:

• Scale recipes with care and precision
• Sheeting, shaping, and preparing doughs
• Building and finishing pastries and desserts
• Making from-scratch jams, fillings, mousses, etc.
• Adhere to cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Ensure that component stock is monitored and maintained
• Perform other duties as assigned

*For this position we are seeking someone with at least one year of experience using a dough sheeter and working with laminated dough: this includes croissants, danishes, puff pastry, and laminated brioche.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay scale plus tips
• Opportunities to learn and grow with us; training with our executive pastry team including future recipe development
• A consistent schedule
• A generous team member discount

About the position:

• Hours of work: This is a part-time position (between 20 and 30 hours a week). Weekend availability is required
• Location: Duchess’ Production Kitchen (10936 119th St. NW)

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 44lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Availability for mornings, weekends and holidays

Your recipe for success:

• Prior experience working in a mid to high-volume bakery production. Calm and organized approach to work
• Sense of urgency
• Eager to be challenged
• Desire to help where needed and work as part of a team
• Passion for cooking with a keen eye for freshness, quality, and cleanliness
• An appetite for learning (and delicious pastries, cakes, and confections)
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Take pride in what they do

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Please email us your availability, resume, and a cover letter to resumes@duchessbakeshop.com! We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay
• Tips

Work Location: In person