Baker

Job Description

Job Description

The Role:

Reporting to the Bakery Department Manager and supervised by the Pastry Chef and/or their delegate, you play an important role in maintaining the smooth operation of the Bakery Department. You will support the daily activities and offer guidance to junior team members, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to departmental standards.

Major Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare ingredients and dough for bread, cakes, rolls, mousses, pudding, sweet goods, batters and icings and frostings according to standard operating procedures or special customer orders.
• Adhere to the production schedule and execute production tasks accordingly.
• Ensure product quality, manage inventory levels, and minimize wastage to reduce losses.
• Supervise the mixing of flour, dough, cake mix and other baking ingredients, as well as the overall production process.
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior team members, provide feedback on staff performance, assist in staff training and development within the department.
• Participate in the research and development of new products and encourage innovation.
• Order and replenish inventory as and when required
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and upkeep of work tools to ensure a hygienic and organized environment.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by enthusiastically, friendly, and courteously assisting customers with inquiries.
• Lead by example, demonstrating proficiency in all assigned duties and setting a standard for excellence.
• Fulfill any additional responsibilities as assigned by superiors, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the department.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:

• Willing to work flexible shifts, including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and statutory holidays.
• Minimum of 1 years of related experience in making bakery products (Bread, cake &/or other pastries) including dough mixing, cake cutting and decorating, etc.
• Knowledge and experience in supervising bakery production workflow and controlling cost and wastage
• Familiar with relevant tools and equipment, able to interpret product labels.
• Able to communicate in English, proficiency in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrated commitment, accountability, and reliability in previous roles.
• A good team player, capable of collaborating with and assisting colleagues.
• Good organization, problem-solving, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Positive, proactive, and self-motivated work ethic.

About T&T

T&T Supermarkets is marking over 30 years as Canada’s favorite Asian grocery store and recently opened our first store location in the United States. Our growth into the US offers great opportunities within our first US flagship store in Bellevue, Washington in the Marketplace at Factoria, spanning 76,000 sq.ft. standing as the largest Asian specialty supermarket in Washington state.

We have additional plans for growth and will also be establishing a regional office in the greater Los Angeles area to grow T&T Supermarket’s vendor base with American food suppliers.

Our founders, Cindy and Jack Lee, created a shopping experience born out of a passion for providing easy access to Asian groceries. Named after their daughters, Tina & Tiffany, T&T started as a family-run business and today, with over 8,000 staff and 38 stores continental-wide (and counting), we created a people-oriented and purpose driven culture to prioritize the best experience for our staff and customers.

We are more than a supermarket; we’re a culinary hub with an in-store kitchen and bakery, offering fresh food so you don’t have to cook every meal. Our mission is to help families connect and create lasting traditions through the joy of food.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Marriage Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Training
• Long Service Award
• Staff Recreation Activity

Company Description

T&T Supermarkets is marking 30 years as Canada’s favorite Asian grocery store with the announcement that it will soon open a second store in the United States. The new store has recently opened in Bellevue, Washington in the Marketplace at Factoria. At 76,000 square feet, it has become the largest Asian supermarket in the state, and a flagship store for T&T.

Additionally, T&T established a regional office in the greater Los Angeles area to grow T&T’s vendor base with American food suppliers.

Headquartered in Richmond, BC, T&T Supermarkets is the largest Asian supermarket chain in Canada, operating stores in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec. The stores feature an expansive variety of fresh produce, meat, seafood, Asian packaged goods, trendy kitchenware and gifts, as well as in-store kitchens and bakeries. T&T Supermarkets was founded in Vancouver in 1993 and is now led by CEO, Tina Lee.

Company Description

T&T Supermarkets is marking 30 years as Canada’s favorite Asian grocery store with the announcement that it will soon open a second store in the United States. The new store has recently opened in Bellevue, Washington in the Marketplace at Factoria. At 76,000 square feet, it has become the largest Asian supermarket in the state, and a flagship store for T&T.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, T&T established a regional office in the greater Los Angeles area to grow T&T’s vendor base with American food suppliers.\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Richmond, BC, T&T Supermarkets is the largest Asian supermarket chain in Canada, operating stores in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec. The stores feature an expansive variety of fresh produce, meat, seafood, Asian packaged goods, trendy kitchenware and gifts, as well as in-store kitchens and bakeries. T&T Supermarkets was founded in Vancouver in 1993 and is now led by CEO, Tina Lee.