Job Description
Share in something more with a career at COBS Bread
2024 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada ™ by Great Place to Work
Our Role
When you work with COBS Bread, you’re part of a workplace that is committed to providing you with an experience that will help you rise to any occasion. We’re here to encourage you to grow, connect with your community, have fun with your team, and to share in something more. We’ve got exciting plans in place for you as a passionate, inquisitive and eager team player who wants to make an impact.
Your Role as Baker
As a Baker at COBS Bread you will lead our freshness commitment. Bakers start their days with an empty bakery but when they leave—it’s filled with the artisan bread and delicious treats for the community to enjoy. Right now, we are looking for personable Bakers to share their love of fresh bread with our loyal customers. No experience necessary- just the right attitude and a willingness to learn.
What Your Day Looks Like
Work as part of a small team to bake each morning, following carefully crafted recipes
Work alongside your team to keep the bakery clean, and contribute to a great customer experience
Be responsible for reading production schedules and recipes, measuring and mixing ingredients, moulding and shaping dough, and processing everything through the ovens
REQUIREMENT
Why You Were Bread for This
You should be willing to work overnight or early morning shifts, as a COBS baker starts work between midnight and 4am
You can work independently or as part of a small team
You have pride in what COBS offers the community
You have a great attitude and good organizational skills
Maintain Health and Safety, Food Safety (HACCP) standards while upholding COBS brand standards
Food safe and Basic First Aid certifications are an asset
Provide support to the whole bakery team, demonstrate team work and foster good working relationships
Provide delightful customer service
Able to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines
Able to multi-task and flexible to work in different stations
Prior experience of working at COBS or similar fast paced bakery environment is an asset
Physical Requirements
Continuous standing/walking for all tasks
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 22 kg
Frequent turning and reaching
Occasional pushing, pulling and some forward bending
Constant use of both hands, with frequent wrist rotation and flexing, occasional forceful gripping
BENEITS
Perks & What You’ll Feel Good About
The satisfaction of baking from scratch, and pride in sharing that product with the community.
A fun team work environment with flexible hours
Our training program – Continue to develop your baking and leadership skills through our Bronze and Silver baker Development Qualification program.
Career advancement opportunities – We have a stake in helping passionate team members grow and have more impact in the business and community.
Complimentary products on us every shift
And more, including benefits for all full time employees
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.
COBS Bread is part of Bakers Delight – Established in 1980 operating as Bakers Delight in Australia and New Zealand, and since 2003 as COBS Bread in Canada and the USA. Together we have grown to more than 700 bakeries across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA. The entire network employs over 15,000 people, serving more than 2.1 million customers each week.
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.
When applying, can you please indicate:
If you have a vehicle
What part of the City/neighborhood you currently reside
Your current availability (i.e. hours and days of the week)
If you are willing to work early morning shifts, as a COBS Bread baker starts work between midnight and 4am
Job Type: Full-time (30-35 hrs. per week)
Experience:
Baking : 2 years (Preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00-$21.00 per hour
Application question(s):
Are you authorized to work in Canada and currently living in the country with a valid work permit?
Do you have prior experience working as a Baker?
Do you have your own transportation? (Where public transit is not available)
Are you willing to work early morning shifts (between 3am - 4am start time)
Are you available to work on weekends and holidays?
Experience:
Baking: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
2024 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada ™ by Great Place to Work
Our Role
When you work with COBS Bread, you’re part of a workplace that is committed to providing you with an experience that will help you rise to any occasion. We’re here to encourage you to grow, connect with your community, have fun with your team, and to share in something more. We’ve got exciting plans in place for you as a passionate, inquisitive and eager team player who wants to make an impact.
Your Role as Baker
As a Baker at COBS Bread you will lead our freshness commitment. Bakers start their days with an empty bakery but when they leave—it’s filled with the artisan bread and delicious treats for the community to enjoy. Right now, we are looking for personable Bakers to share their love of fresh bread with our loyal customers. No experience necessary- just the right attitude and a willingness to learn.
What Your Day Looks Like
Work as part of a small team to bake each morning, following carefully crafted recipes
Work alongside your team to keep the bakery clean, and contribute to a great customer experience
Be responsible for reading production schedules and recipes, measuring and mixing ingredients, moulding and shaping dough, and processing everything through the ovens
REQUIREMENT
Why You Were Bread for This
You should be willing to work overnight or early morning shifts, as a COBS baker starts work between midnight and 4am
You can work independently or as part of a small team
You have pride in what COBS offers the community
You have a great attitude and good organizational skills
Maintain Health and Safety, Food Safety (HACCP) standards while upholding COBS brand standards
Food safe and Basic First Aid certifications are an asset
Provide support to the whole bakery team, demonstrate team work and foster good working relationships
Provide delightful customer service
Able to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines
Able to multi-task and flexible to work in different stations
Prior experience of working at COBS or similar fast paced bakery environment is an asset
Physical Requirements
Continuous standing/walking for all tasks
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 22 kg
Frequent turning and reaching
Occasional pushing, pulling and some forward bending
Constant use of both hands, with frequent wrist rotation and flexing, occasional forceful gripping
BENEITS
Perks & What You’ll Feel Good About
The satisfaction of baking from scratch, and pride in sharing that product with the community.
A fun team work environment with flexible hours
Our training program – Continue to develop your baking and leadership skills through our Bronze and Silver baker Development Qualification program.
Career advancement opportunities – We have a stake in helping passionate team members grow and have more impact in the business and community.
Complimentary products on us every shift
And more, including benefits for all full time employees
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.
COBS Bread is part of Bakers Delight – Established in 1980 operating as Bakers Delight in Australia and New Zealand, and since 2003 as COBS Bread in Canada and the USA. Together we have grown to more than 700 bakeries across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA. The entire network employs over 15,000 people, serving more than 2.1 million customers each week.
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.
When applying, can you please indicate:
If you have a vehicle
What part of the City/neighborhood you currently reside
Your current availability (i.e. hours and days of the week)
If you are willing to work early morning shifts, as a COBS Bread baker starts work between midnight and 4am
Job Type: Full-time (30-35 hrs. per week)
Experience:
Baking : 2 years (Preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00-$21.00 per hour
Application question(s):
Are you authorized to work in Canada and currently living in the country with a valid work permit?
Do you have prior experience working as a Baker?
Do you have your own transportation? (Where public transit is not available)
Are you willing to work early morning shifts (between 3am - 4am start time)
Are you available to work on weekends and holidays?
Experience:
Baking: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Baker position is now open for candidates interested in the Customer Care sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Customer Care is a plus.