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Art Is In Bakery

Let me just make a list of some of the reasons why you shouldn't work here;

1.The owners, and unfortunately I can't use foul language, are disgusting people. All the stories I heard about people being fired without cause, I thought this couldn't possibly be true. It seems that they go through hiring sprees to get through the busiest season, which is alright. But they neglect to mention in the "job interview" that this may potentially be a temp job, as when January/February hits, they will be firing people, en masse, over email. Everything they do it legal, but it is shameful that a "family business" chooses to treat people who work hard and are committed 100%, like literal garbage.

2. Their idea of "being nice" is someone asking if you're ok once in a while and walking away before getting an answer from you, but God forbid if you need to step away for a glass of water, or to use the bathroom. That will put a wrench in this "well oiled machine" that seems to be missing way to many cogs.

3. The management, with the exception of 1 or 2 people, only because they haven't been working their long enough, are completely inept at showing any semblance of gratitude. They say to ask for help or to come to them with any problems you are having, and then throw it in your face at every opportunity. 

4. Hard work is not appreciated. Past your first few days, you will not receive any positive feedback, and are expected to smile and be gleeful even though there is no air conditioning/heating, and you are being shouted at by customers because of the noise. 

5. The other people there are usually just as miserable as you are, and are usually running on bits of pastry and free coffee. Is that really who you want to be standing beside all day?

6. The upper management has seen changes, and some of these people are inappropriate and disgusting to work with/for. Imagine being flirted with all day, told you are doing a great job and then being fired the next week without a reason.

7. As I mentioned earlier, climate control is virtually nonexistent, and the warehouse is usually hotter inside that outside in the summer months. Imagine that. 

8. Older men flirting, and literally trying to spoon feed you soup. Disgusting.

9. Another point on management. Forget about training...if you don't know instantly what you are supposed to be doing, or if you look the tiniest bit confused, you bet your butt someone will come over, push you aside and do it for you with the most immature attitude that is absolutely unseemly in a work environment. Especially when it concerns a manager/ employee relationship. Oh, and you may be written up for it later, because you maybe didn't have a 100 watt smile on your face when the customer was yelling at you about whether they want their bread sliced or not.

10. Please don't work here. Final reason. Look at the Reddit/Ottawa thread for ArtIsIn. It is all true. And heck yes I'm a disgruntled former employee. But you can't make up THIS MUCH bad stuff about a business. With the best of my abilities, I will make this bakery known for how they treat their team. 

*You are not special if they hire you after your" trial shift", they hire everyone

I worked there for a month and a half before the limit of my tolerance was exceeded.

In the time I worked there I was repeatedly told to stop talking and focus on working while I was working. If it was a matter of my work being compromised I would accept it, but I was always working and clocking out an hour earlier than the other closing staff in the same position when I had to close. I thought I was being singled out, which I was reassured wasn't the case, until one day while I was working and talking with two other employees, one being the supervisor of my position, the kitchen supervisor came over, singled me out (even though we were always talking), and told me all he ever see's is me talking and not working.

I'm a married man, happily so for over a year now in a five year relationship, and I was accused of inappropriate harassment of the serving girls. When I was approached on the issue I wasn't asked for my side of the incident, but rather an incident was relayed to me, as if it were a set in stone fact, and given a verbal warning about my behavior.

I later learned that harassment claims against the kitchen staff were a regular occurrence. I then found out the one making the claims was the front of house supervisor who happened to be in a secret (but not so secret) relationship with the kitchen supervisor.

There was blatant favoritism from the kitchen towards women, and it was an atmosphere where the servers have the power, and if they aren't happy you're fired.

The overturn rate of employees was incredible, and having joined the ranks of those who've quit I can promise you that it's not worth sticking around for.

There were a stockpile of other incidents, but I just wanted to illustrate that the kitchen is supervised by a man who, as far as I'm concerned, is not qualified for the position, and if you seek employment here you should go in knowing that if you get fired within the first three months don't be surprised.

Oh, and the pastry side worked from 2-3am until 12-2pm almost five days a week. So, slave labor much?

I've had the pleasure of working here for the last 2 years. I've moved around in the company and got promoted after they saw my hard work. Because of the owners and management, I was able to balance my work life, family and my full time college program. They worked with me and the hours I needed and was available. 
The owners are outstanding people,She is such a smart and passionate business woman, it's been truly remarkable working with her and to just continuously learn about the business side of the industry is really great and he is just a brilliant artist when it comes to creating food Working with someone that has that much passion and creativity is quite inspiring. The retail manager is very involved and passionate about every department and is really great to work with and so caring about the staff and customers. HR manager is someone that you can trust and just look up to for guidance, advice and everything else. Overall; we're a family here and we all help one another to grow and become the best version of ourselves in the work place. The owners always offer training and coaching if needed! Working here is truly great if you're passionate to learn and push forward, this is the perfect place to do so. You need to give 100% when you work here because it's such a fast faced and very busy bakery!!

I have been working at Art-Is-In for a few years now and to this day I love coming to work. I was always recognized for my hard work and have moved up quite a bit with the company. The employee culture and work environment is actually fantastic contrary to what some people might say. The managers & owners care about you and they have high expectations. 

It is hard work I'm not going to lie, and it is not for everyone but I learned so much in the last years and I was always supported. The bar is set high, you always have to give your 100% but you get recognition, a good pay, benefits & a family.

If you are debating about applying here because of some negative reviews you've seen I would suggest you see it for yourself and make your own opinion. There are  LOTS of employees that have been here for years and LOVE their job, employees I see coming back. If you ask any of us we will tell you our honest opinion about why we love working here.

Every day is an adventure at Art Is In. 

It’s very fast paced, there is not a lot of down time, and it’s hard work. As with any job, some days are more difficult. Some days I don’t like it, but all in all, i love working at Art Is In! After more than 6 years working here, I would be bored working anywhere  else and cannot imagine leaving. 

I have constantly had the opportunity to advance with the company since starting as a server.  My wage is fair and has  increased regularity since I started.  

Everything is made from scratch, and by hand and our customers expect high quality service, and  products. Because of this, the owners demand excellence. But they also demand excellence of themselves and have no qualms about putting in their fare share of the work. 
They are passionate and creative and genuinely care about their employees.

I have worked at Art-is-in for almost 2 years and it was the most challenging job I've ever had. I've learned a lot at this job, but it was extremely difficult and stressing and caused me to have to miss work due to health issues. I honestly wouldn't recommend this if you have a weak heart and are easily offended. You should also be prepared to be treated like a slave regardless of how much work you do.

All in all, if you really want to work here I don't want this review to stop you and things might have changed since I left. However, I'd say don't let it be a first option if it doesn't have to be.

I have been working at Art Is In for a couple of years and I love it. It get's very busy and can be hard work, but that's what you get in a restaurant. The business is great because the day goes by fast and I am always finished my shift before I know it. 

The owners are demanding, but fair and have always treated me with respect. Servers start at 14$ per hour plus tips.  The hours are good and I always have my evenings free. We all have to work weekends though, to make it fair to everyone.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Server 1 salary reported	$17.20 per hour
Baker 3 salaries reported	$21.00 per hour
Barista 2 salaries reported	$19.00 per hour
Sous chef 1 salary reported	$21.50 per hour
Prep cook 1 salary reported	$18.75 per hour

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