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Title posted on indeed.com - Head Baker (Full-Time)
Posted on September 13, 2024 by Employer details Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa
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Langdon Hall is one of 14 properties in Canada recognized by Relais & Châteaux for a standard of excellence. Only one hour from Toronto and 90 minutes from the Niagara area, Langdon Hall is a place for those who admire beautiful things and timeless experiences. The hotel offers 60 luxurious guest suites, a full-service spa, outdoor swimming pool, a Five-Diamond award-winning restaurant with elegant reception rooms, and gorgeous event rooms for weddings, conferences and special events. Surrounded by 75 acres of Carolinian Forest, Olmsted designed gardens, manicured lawns and cultivated displays of colour, Langdon Hall is a place where time seems to stand still. _*Langdon Hall holds the coveted CAA Five-Diamond award, one of only a handful of properties in North America. Perfect your events kitchen skills and continue to build your career by joining our talented kitchen brigade led by Executive Chef Jason Bangerter and Executive Pastry Chef Aleksandra Malysheva .*_ _*Voted #5 on Canada?s Best 100 Restaurants, we currently seek a highly motivated and experienced Head Baker to join our dynamic and award winning team.*_ The Head Baker is responsible for overseeing the daily production of breads, cakes, and other baked goods, ensuring consistency in quality, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. The Head Baker will be expected to lead, train and mentor the baking team. *Duties and Responsibilities* Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: * Oversee the daily production of breads, cakes, and other baked goods. * Ensure all products meet Langdon Hall standards for quality, presentation, and taste. * Manage the baking schedule to ensure timely production and delivery. * Create and develop new recipes with the Executive Chefs to expand product offerings. * Modify existing recipes to improve taste, texture, and appearance. * Stay up-to-date with industry trends and incorporate them into the menu. * Lead, train, and mentor the baking team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. * Delegate tasks effectively and ensure all team members are meeting performance standards. * Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback. * Manage inventory of baking supplies and ingredients, ensuring optimal stock levels. * Work with chefs to source high-quality ingredients at the best possible prices. * Regularly inspect baking equipment to ensure it is functioning properly. * Report any damages or malfunctioning equipment. * Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen at all times. * Implement and enforce food safety procedures, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of ingredients. * Ensure the bakery complies with all health and safety regulations. * Perform other duties as required. *Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required* * Minimum 5 years in a similar role * Must have a deep knowledge of baking skills * Must have excellent verbal communication and leadership skills * Must have the ability to multi-task while remaining focused on the goal * Must be detail oriented * Must have adequate upper body strength for heavy lifting and strong back and leg muscles for hours of standing, bending and walking * Ability to communicate, understand, empathize, work with and be tolerant of peers and supervisors * Ability to read, write, communicate and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English * Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization * Effective time management skills to organize and prioritize workload *Work Conditions and Physical Requirements* * Fast paced environment ? must be able to work under pressure and be able to multitask. * Physically fit, ability to lift up to 50lbs. * Stand for extended periods * Able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays * Excellent communication skills * Positive attitude * Strong organizational skills *Must have own transpo- LocationCambridge, ON
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$24.65HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9446062037
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