Baker – NOC 63202

Air North•Whitehorse, YT

5h•CA$23 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

The Baker reports to the Chef & Manager of Catering and Cabin Services and is responsible for leading and supervising the day-to-day activities of the retail/baking department. This role is additionally responsible for preparing all baked goods for the Air North flight kitchen and the Black Wolf Bistro.

Requirements

Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean abstract
Combination of culinary/baker apprenticeship and experience exceeding 3 years
Experience producing quality baked goods by hand and with machinery
Proven experience in cake finishing, decorating, and plating
Must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident or show proof of right to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

Large batch baking experience is an asset
Diploma in the culinary field or Red Seal
Experience in maintaining records or food time/temperatures logs, food costing reports, consumption, sales and inventory
Experience in planning and directing food preparation and cooking/baking

Responsibilities

Prepare all aspects of the food production for the retail/baking production according to established standards
Bake and prepare a variety of products from scratch, including muffins, pastries, breakfast loaves, cakes and desserts for Air North flights, retail sales, and events
Bake mixed doughs and batters
Assist with training of new staff
Maintain a level of food preparation consistent with business levels & leadership direction
Maintain department equipment in good order & report any defective/damaged equipment
Ensure opening/closing security procedures are followed to established guidelines
Contribute to and cultivate a team environment and provide support, motivation and encouragement to peers
Provide menu development input
Draw up production schedules
Ensure sanitary cooking conditions and appropriate safe food handling is adhered to