Our Story: Bar Down Bakery is a community-forward charitable bakery. Specializing in unique coffee beverages, bakery classics and irresistible fusions of your favourite baked goods, Bar Down Bakery offers a taste experience like no other. After launching in 2023 and becoming famous for their 'brookies' (which are the perfect fusion between a cookie and a brownie) Bar Down Bakery expanded upon their offerings to include freshly baked breads, beautifully crafted viennoiserie and unique fusions, like their 'cro-nuts.' They proudly donate a portion of proceeds to KidSport, as well as a variety of other local charities, and are on a mission to serve irresistible baked goods, that do good for their community.
Our message to you: Thank you for your interest in joining the Bar Down Bakery Team! We are so excited to be expanding our team and hope that you will be joining us. However, we are not just looking for anyone to fill this role - we are looking for a true rising star. As a community-forward small business, we are looking for someone who sees a cup of coffee as more than just a cup of coffee, but also a moment to connect and make someones day. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply!
Compensation:
$18- $20/hr (+ tips) with opportunity to increase with proven capability
Schedule:
- Shift times may range between the hours of 5am - 2pm
- A successful candidate should be prepared to work weekdays and weekends.
A Day in the Life of a Morning Baker + Barista:
5am: Arrive at the bakery and assist with starting production for the day.
7:30am: After working with the morning pastry team to bake for the day, assist in loading the display case and preparing the front room for service
8am: Open the bakery for the day and transition from working on the production team to the front of house team
Rest of your shift: Offer exception customer service and carefully craft coffee/matcha beverages to meet our high quality expectations.
*This role is ideal for someone who is looking for some variety in their day, as they will work on both the production and service teams each day*
Responsibilities and General Job Description:
- Can work both independently and with a team
- Assist with the morning baking/production
- Take orders on the POS machine
- Oversee the careful creation of our specialty coffees, whipped lattes and non-caffeinated beverages
- Engage with customers to offer above and beyond service and establish genuine connections with our community, as this is what sets us apart!
- Ensure that the espresso bar is kept clean and well-stocked with all materials and packaging
Who you are/what you bring to the team:
- You are a friendly and enthusiastic individual who loves supporting local small businesses, meeting new people and spreading joy one coffee and baked good at a time.
- You are passionate about baking and have a personal interest in it
- You have hustle and can work quickly, efficiently and accurately
- You are a go-getter and strive to achieve daily sales goals
- You work well independently and unsupervised and can motivate yourself to make your workday enjoyable, successful and positive.
- You are a hardworking individual who understands that you can have an impact on the success of a small business by supporting it in reaching it’s goals
- You offer excellent customer service and strive to go ‘above and beyond’ to connect with customers to help us continue to stand out within the industry
Requirements:
- Must be available to work weekends.
- Must have a positive attitude, self-motivated and offers excellent customer service
- Must be reliable and consistent
- Must have previous experience with the crafting of espresso beverages
- Must be able to work quickly, efficiently and accurately
- Must have reliable transportation to get to work
‘Bonus Marks’:
- Have your Food Safe Level 1 (or be willing to obtain it)
- Interest in growth/long-term employment and advancement, as we are all about helping to further professional development within the hospitality industry!
Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- What past experience do you have as a barista that will help you in this role?
- There are many bakery/cafes in the Lower Mainland. Why do you want to work with Bar Down Bakery?
- Is there anything else that you would like us to know?
Work Location: In person
