Baker

**Sodexo Live! is the Official Supplier of Food and Beverage Services to the Vancouver Convention Centre. **Nothing beats the power of being at a live event. That's why we're proud to announce the launch of Sodexo Live!, our brand dedicated to the sports, events and hospitality industry. We concentrate all of our skills, insight, and experience into one brand that instinctively knows how to make the most of every moment. **Let's go Live! together.**
We are currently seeking a highly motivated, service-oriented individual to join our culinary department as a **full-time BAKER. **Our culinary team proudly operates a “scratch” kitchen using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Reporting to the Pastry Chef and Supervisors, role is responsible for:
**GENERAL RESPONSBILITIES**:
- Supporting the Pastry Chef and Supervisors in large-scale production for a variety of events.
- Ability to work independently and without Supervisor to complete bread production for Banquet events and Retail outlets.
- Working comfortably with spiral and planetary mixers;
rack ovens, convection ovens and floor model sheeter.
- Using creativity for custom client requests and dietary requirements.
- Using equipment and machinery safely.
- Cleaning all used equipment and workstation.
- Working within safe food preparation standards and procedures.
**KEY REQUIREMENTS**:
- Formal Culinary training. Food Safe Certification.
- A minimum of one to two years’ experience in pastry background.
- Experience working in a high-volume operation such as a high-end hotel or convention centre preferred.
- Strong focus on service excellence and a positive attitude.
- Physically fit to stand for long periods of time and lift 20kg regularly throughout a shift.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a changing environment.
- Must be self-motivated and willing to learn.
**Great news! **You will receive:
- 100% company paid health and dental benefits (after wait period).
- Competitive total compensation.
- Opportunities for skills development and career progression.
- Tuition reimbursement for professional and industry related development.
- A fresh, clean uniform provided with every shift.
- Employee meals provided.
- Access to free on-site gym facilities provided.
**TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION**:
- Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or any other applicable Provincially protected status._
**Benefits**:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
Work Location:
One location