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*Company Overview* Blackbird Baking Company is an artisanal bakery situated in the heart of the Riverside neighbourhood in Toronto. We take pride in crafting exceptional sourdoughs and a diverse range of bread products that nourish our community and uphold traditional baking excellence. Our savoury chef runs the 4 person department that crafts our selection of daily made sandwiches and dips to complement our bread program. *Job Overview* We are seeking a dynamic Savoury Chef to assist in leading our bakery?s production operations with energy, precision, and a passion for quality. Loves early mornings and leading a team with empathy and kindness. *The candidate's job duties include, but are not limited to:* *Supervision:* - Ensuring the daily smooth production of sandwiches by overseeing, delegating and advising the savoury team. - Making in-the-moment delegation and scheduling decisions, adjusting to variables such as sick call outs, overstaffed. - Provides feedback to Operations Manager concerning savoury staff performance and human resources-related concerns. -Reporting to Head Production Manager concerning any equipment or ingredient needs. -Ordering of ingredients and maintaining inventory. -Developing new recipes for seasonal sandwich menus. -Training of new hires according to the company Training Pathways (training manual). As a supervisor, candidate must be able to complete the following tasks: *Daily Production:* - Accurately scale and make dips, condiments and sandwiches following established recipes. - Operate mixers, ovens, induction burns and other equipment properly and safely. *Team Collaboration:* - Work cooperatively with the savoury cooks and Bakery Support team to complete daily tasks efficiently. - Maintain a positive and respectful attitude in all interactions. - Support a smooth and productive team workflow, contributing wherever needed. *Quality & Knowledge:* - Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Blackbird Baking Co.?s product line. - Ensure all recipes are scaled and executed precisely and consistently. - Keep the production space and equipment clean and well-maintained. *Sanitation & Safety:* - Perform daily cleaning duties and uphold the highest standards of bakery cleanliness. - Adhere strictly to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines. - Operate all bakery equipment safely and according to company procedures. *Weekly Schedule and Hours:* - This is an early morning position, generally 6am-2pm. - Weekend availability is a requirement. - 5 day work week (5 x 8 hour shifts, 30 minute paid break). 2 day weekend. *Candidate Qualifications:* 1+ year management experience. 3+ years cooking experience, specialty in a catering facility an asset Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * Store discount * Vision care * Wellness program Experience: * culinary management: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person Location Toronto , ON Work location On site Salary $ 23.00 to $ 25.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source indeed.com #10237620776 Various locations Toronto, ON