Bakery Assistant
Unger's Market
Location: 1010 Gainsborough Road, London, ON
Job Type: Part-Time
Department: Bakery
About Unger's Market
Unger's Market is a family-owned, neighbourhood market committed to serving our community and providing quality products with friendly, personal service.
We are looking for a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented Bakery Assistant to join our team. This is an entry-level position that plays an important role in keeping our bakery production running smoothly. The successful candidate will assist with baking and food preparation, packaging, stocking, cleaning, and customer service.
If you enjoy working with food, take pride in doing things well, and are comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do
Bakery Production & Baking
- Assist with the preparation and baking of a variety of bakery products, including pies, squares, cookies, loaves, tea biscuits, and other baked goods.
- Follow established recipes and production schedules while accurately measuring and scaling ingredients.
- Prepare ingredients and complete prep tasks such as washing and chopping fruits and vegetables, portioning ingredients, and refilling ingredient bins.
- Operate commercial mixers, ovens, and other bakery equipment after appropriate training.
- Prepare tea biscuit mixes and assist with other regular bakery production.
- Complete finishing tasks such as cutting squares, melting chocolate, topping products, portioning, and decorating as directed.
- Monitor product quality and ensure baked goods meet Unger's Market standards for appearance, freshness, and presentation.
Packaging & Merchandising
- Package, wrap, and label baked goods and prepared foods for in-store sale according to Unger's Market standards.
- Package and label products for weekly wholesale delivery.
- Pick, label, and organize products for display.
- Restock bakery shelves, coolers, and displays throughout the day.
- Complete full restocking before lunch and again in the afternoon.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) practices when stocking packaged products.
- Check product quality and remove items that are not suitable for sale.
Daily Production & Organization
- Complete daily production tasks according to established schedules and priorities.
- Track production using the Bakery Production Log.
- Prepare ingredients, packaging, and products needed for the following day's production.
- Check inventory and communicate supply or production needs to the appropriate Team Lead or Manager.
- Communicate unfinished tasks or production concerns before the end of each shift.
- Maintain an organized, efficient, and safe work area throughout the day.
Customer Service & Cleaning
- Assist customers with general bakery inquiries and take orders over the phone.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the bakery and work areas.
- Assist the Bakery Team with regular cleaning of equipment, work surfaces, floors, and facilities.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Comfortable working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable following recipes and detailed instructions.
- Able to accurately measure and scale wet and dry ingredients.
- Willing and able to learn a variety of bakery techniques and equipment.
- Able to maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and product quality.
- A positive team player who can also work independently.
- Comfortable standing for extended periods.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willing to learn and take direction from Bakers and Team Leads.
- Friendly and customer-service oriented.
- Comfortable interacting with customers in person and over the phone.
Previous bakery, kitchen, food production, or retail experience is an asset, but is not required. Training will be provided.
Schedule & Availability
This position requires availability for early morning shifts beginning as early as 6:00 AM.
Availability may also include weekdays, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, depending on operational needs. Scheduling will vary based on bakery production requirements and business volume.
Accessibility & Accommodation
Unger's Market welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.
Unger's Market is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. If you require an accommodation due to a disability or medical need, please let us know when contacted for an interview.
Why Join Unger's Market?
At Unger's Market, you're more than just an employee — you're part of a family-owned business that cares about our community and takes pride in the products and service we provide.
You'll have the opportunity to learn practical bakery and food-production skills while working alongside an experienced team in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Your work will directly contribute to the quality of the products our customers enjoy every day.
Apply today and become part of the Unger's Market team!
Pay: From $17.60 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, ON N6H 5L4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- food preparation: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
