Role overview

Job Location - Production FacilityHourly wage from $19.00 to $21.00 (plus gratuities) Dear Grain Baking is not just a job, it's a Way of Living.Dear Grain Toronto Pastry Commissary is an Everything Sourdough Bakery that specializes in artisanal sourdough pastries. We aim to inspire, nourish and fulfill our team and the community we serve. We offer a respectful open work environment, friendly work culture, and a chance to learn, be playful and creative.
Dear Grain is seeking a Full-time Junior Pastry Chef with baking experience to join our bakery.We are looking for someone caring, passionate, and dynamic who is interested in committing themselves to the craft of making sourdough pastries.
Key Responsibilities

Assist in preparing, mixing, and laminating sourdough croissant doughs following standardized recipes and production schedules
Accurately scale ingredients and help prepare components for laminated pastry production, including doughs, butter blocks (beurrage), starters, and fillings
Support lamination processes (rolling, folding, resting) while learning proper technique and consistency
Assist with shaping, proofing, and baking croissants and laminated pastries according to daily production needs and quality standards
Follow the daily production plan and support an efficient and organized lamination workflow
Help execute daily production based on inventory levels and wholesale orders
Work collaboratively with the bakery team to support smooth day-to-day operations
Assist team members as needed and take direction from senior staff and managers
Support Bakery and Production Managers with general production tasks
Maintain ingredient levels by restocking supplies and informing team leads when items are low
Help organize and maintain storage areas, ensuring proper labeling and FIFO rotation
Assist with packaging and organizing croissant orders to ensure accuracy and freshness
Follow quality control guidelines by paying attention to dough handling, shaping, and final product standards
Report any issues with dough, ingredients, or equipment to senior team members
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and equipment operation standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and temperature-controlled workspace
Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment

Schedule

Monday to Friday, between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (four 10-hour shifts per week)
Weekend availability may be required in the future

Who are you· A people person who has a passion for all things delicious, bread & pastry in particular!· Someone with impeccable work ethic looking to join our team of like minded individuals· Direct and honest communicator; team player· A self motivator with excellent time management· Reliable and punctual. Physically agile and flexible for fast faced kitchen work. Able to stand for long periods· An insatiable curiosity and willingness to learn· A positive ambassador with strong communication skills and a genuine· Kindness, thoughtfulness and a sense that the glass is always at least half full
Qualifications· Minimum of 1 year of experience in a high volume production kitchen/food business· Reliable, team-oriented, and hands-on approach to work· Highly dedicated professional with a strong work ethic· Willingness to take on challenges and support team goals· Possess basic cooking and knife handling skills· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment· Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes· Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform repetitive tasks· Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment
What to Expect· Access to Big League Portfolio products!· A fast-paced environment with ambitious growth and plenty of opportunity to grow· Delicious bakery products to delight your senses Big League Food Company is the next generation of beloved food brands. Our current brand portfolio includes Village Juicery, Dark Horse Espresso, Detour Coffee, Dear Grain Bakery, and Tori’s Bakeshop.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process a