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Baker

@ COBS Bread

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Courtenay, British Columbia

$41k–$58k/yrOn-siteFull-time
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Overview

COBS Bread Driftwood Mall is hiring an experienced Baker to mix, shape, proof and bake fresh breads and baked goods in a commercial bakery. The work is hands-on, team-based and fast-paced, with early morning shifts. The posting offers stable year-round full-time employment, staff discounts, benefits and training.

Pay:

$41,000–$58,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Mix, scale, shape, proof and bake breads and bakery products
  • Maintain product quality, consistency and presentation
  • Manage production schedules for fresh products throughout the day
  • Receive, rotate and handle ingredients and supplies
  • Maintain food safety, cleanliness and sanitation standards

Requirements summary:

  • Previous commercial or food production baking experience
  • Strong understanding of baking processes and food safety
  • Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced setting
  • Reliable, punctual and organized
  • Ability to lift up to 20 kg (44 lbs)

Tools & skills

Food safetyFood engineeringWork efficientlyHeavy lifting

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionEmployee discount
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · workable

Employer posting date
2026-10-31
First seen by our source
2026-10-31
Source record updated
2026-10-31

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 44 lb · computer low
Perks mentionedEmployee discount, Paid training

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It's not just bread - it's a lifestyle.

Full company description

COBS Bread is the fastest-growing bakery concept in Canada, with over 180 bakeries across the country and part of a global bakery network with over 700 locations. At your local COBS Bread bakery, we bake fresh in-house all day, every day. When we close our doors, we donate our leftover baked goods to local charities and start fresh again in the morning. For 14 years, COBS Bread has proudly received the Canadian Franchise Association’s Franchisees’ Choice Designation. Join our growing family and help us bring fresh goodness to homes across Canada. Interested in opening a COBS Bread franchise? franchise.cobsbread.com Looking for job opportunities? https://www.cobsbread.com/careers/

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
1,195
Reported office locations
  • 1100 Melville St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A6, CA
Business categories
  • Food and Beverage
  • Bakery
Other recorded names
  • COBS Bread
Specialties
  • baking
  • franchise
  • customer service
  • loyalty
  • bread
  • croissants
  • and pastries
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
0

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COBS Bread is the fastest-growing bakery concept in Canada, with over 180 bakeries across the country and part of a global bakery network with over 700 locations. At your local COBS Bread bakery, we bake fresh in-house all day, every day. When we close our doors, we donate our leftover baked goods to local charities and start fresh again in the morning. For 14 years, COBS Bread has proudly received the Canadian…

FieldValue
IndustryFood and Beverage Services
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, BC
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2003
Specialtiesbakingfranchisecustomer serviceloyaltybreadcroissantsand pastries
Open jobs on Jobsy375
LinkedInView page
Job description

You know baking is more than just following a recipe.

You understand dough development, fermentation, proofing, timing, consistency, and the satisfaction of pulling a perfectly baked loaf from the oven.

At COBS Bread Driftwood Mall, we're looking for an experienced Baker to join our team and help produce the fresh breads and baked goods our customers enjoy every day.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in quality, works well with a team, and enjoys the fast pace of a commercial bakery.

What You'll Be Doing

Mixing, scaling, shaping, proofing, and baking a variety of bread and bakery products

Maintaining product quality, consistency, and presentation standards

Managing production schedules to ensure fresh products are ready throughout the day

Receiving, rotating, and handling ingredients and supplies

Maintaining food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards

Working closely with fellow Bakers and bakery staff to keep production running smoothly

Why You'll Enjoy Working Here

  • Work with a team that genuinely enjoys what they do
  • Create products from scratch every day
  • Stable year-round employment
  • Staff discounts on fresh baked goods
  • Opportunities for advancement and leadership development
  • Be part of a locally owned bakery that is active in the community

A Few Things You Should Know

Early mornings are part of the job.

You'll leave most shifts knowing exactly what you accomplished. Coffee helps.

A good sense of humour helps too.

Ready to Join Us?

What We're Looking For

✔ Previous baking experience in a commercial bakery, grocery bakery, restaurant, hotel, or food production environment

✔ Strong understanding of baking processes and food safety practices

✔ Ability to work efficiently and independently

✔ Reliable, punctual, and organized

✔ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

✔ A positive attitude and willingness to support the team

✔ Ability to lift up to 20 kg (44 lbs)

What’s in it for you?

  • The satisfaction of baking from scratch, and pride in seeing the finished product you’ve helped to create
  • Our training program – robust and ongoing. Continue to develop your baking skills through our Bronze and Silver Bakers Development Qualification program.
  • Career advancement opportunities – abound. Where do you see yourself? Your franchisee/manager has a vested interest in helping you craft your career.
  • Complimentary products on us every shift
  • And more, including benefits for all full time employees.

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.

While we thank you for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

  • Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
  • Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
  • Training & Development
  • Employee Discounts

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