Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?
At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.
We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!
With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution.
Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries
- Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
- Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs, including disability coverage.
- Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
- Retirement Savings – A competitive registered retirement plan (RPP) with immediate company match.
- Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
- Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.
About the Role
We are seeking a General labour, Bakery to join our team at our Ancaster bakery. As a General Labour, you will be accountable for supporting essential production tasks across the bakery by performing a range of tasks such as packaging, sanitation, housekeeping and quality checks while rotating between roles. Your work ensures efficient workflow, safe operations, and consistent food‑quality standards throughout the bakery.
Shift & Schedule
- Shift: Rotating Continental
- Weekend availability: Required
Compensation
Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)
- Perform general labour tasks to ensure workflow efficiency and cleanliness throughout the bakery
- Foster a workplace culture where every employee understands and embraces their role in upholding food safety and quality standards as part of our shared commitment to excellence and community wellbeing.
- Assist with basic manual tasks, including moving materials, lifting, stacking, and organizing production areas
- Learn and rotate through multiple general labour positions along the production line, adapting to operational needs
- Conduct visual product inspections to ensure quality compliance
- Work with team members to ensure continuous workflow and adherence to production standards
- Basic line cleaning and sanitation, ensuring workspaces remain safe and hygienic
- Manual lifting as required
- Maintain food quality throughout the shift through constant monitoring.
- Report all incidents.
- Adhere to all applicable job procedures as outlined in the SOP manual.
- Follow GMPs and Health and Safety rules as outlined in the employee handbook:
- Keep the work area clean and clear of hazards.
- Report any unsafe conditions, incidents, or injuries to the supervisor immediately
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Good oral and written English communication skills
- Ability to work 12‑hour shifts and overtime as needed
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Dependable, punctual, and adaptable in fast‑paced environments
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
- Ability to pass a clear criminal background check (or has received a pardon)
Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)
- Previous experience in a food‑manufacturing production environment
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
- Reliable, punctual, energetic and conscientious
- Proven communication skills
- Likes to assume variety of responsibilities in team-based production environment
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit a resume; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
