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All-Rounder
hiring August 2026
BAKER / BARISTA – PART-TIME
Pay: CA$21.50–$22.00 per hour including average gratuities + 4% vacation pay
WHO WE ARE
We are a specialty micro-bakery and café in the heart of Kitsilano, committed to providing our customers with freshly made, health-conscious, gluten-free baked goods using the highest-quality ingredients.
We believe everyone deserves to enjoy delicious food, great coffee, and a warm, welcoming environment.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a detail-oriented, focused, efficient, and reliable employee to join our small team.
This is an all-rounder position with both bakery and café responsibilities, introduced in stages. The primary focus though will be on baking.
Initially, you will be trained as a baker, and your shifts will consist of bakery production. Once you are confident and fully trained in the bakery, we will begin training you on our café and barista operations, with barista shifts and responsibilities being introduced in the fall.
Your shifts will mainly be baker shifts. You will not be expected to perform full bakery and barista duties simultaneously. The goal is for you to become a capable and versatile member of our small team who can work confidently in both areas.
As a baker, you will be responsible for accurately preparing and baking multiple recipes during each shift while maintaining consistently high standards of quality, presentation, and cleanliness.
As a barista and café team member, you will interact directly with customers, prepare coffee and tea, serve baked goods, prepare sandwiches and other café items, and help keep the café running smoothly.
Attention to detail is essential. This is a hands-on position where you will need to stay organized, work efficiently, follow recipes and production lists accurately, take direction well, and maintain a clean workspace throughout your shift.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 year of professional bakery or food-service experience is preferred
- Previous barista experience is an asset; barista training will be provided
- The ability to consistently micro-foam milk and create latte art will be required once trained in the café
- Comfortable working in a gluten-free bakery environment
- Comfortable working with animal products, including eggs, butter, and meat used in sandwich preparation
- Able to prepare multiple recipes in a shift while maintaining consistent quality
- Comfortable preparing dry mixes and doughs and scooping doughs
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to stay focused in a busy environment
- Able to work independently and follow detailed instructions without constant supervision
- Able to take direction well from management
- Basic math skills, including fractions, are essential
- Mature, positive, friendly, respectful, and professional attitude
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Fluent English, with the ability to communicate clearly with customers and coworkers
- Comfortable working in a small, fast-paced environment
- Reliable and punctual
- Able to commute reliably to Kitsilano for 6:00 AM starts or earlier when required
- Able to lift up to 20 kg
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Bakery Production
- Prepare and bake a variety of sweet and savoury baked goods and breads
- Prepare dry mixes and doughs and scoop doughs as required
- Follow an extensive daily production list
- Accurately follow recipes and production procedures
- Execute recipes carefully and consistently, without error
- Complete and maintain prep and bake logs
- Maintain consistent quality and presentation
- Organize and maintain the fridge and pantry
- Monitor inventory and supply levels and note items that are running low
- Accept and properly store deliveries
Café & Barista
- Welcome customers and provide friendly, professional service
- Take orders and operate the POS
- Serve baked goods and breads
- Prepare espresso drinks, including pulling shots and carefully steaming/frothing milk
- Consistently micro-foam milk and create latte art
- Prepare tea and tea lattes
- Monitor espresso and grinder quality throughout the day
- Prepare sandwiches and other quick café items
- Explain beverages, food items, and ingredients to customers when asked
- Refill pastry cases carefully and keep displays clean and organized
- Stamp bags and restock coffee, tea, and other café supplies
Cleaning & Organization
Cleaning is an important part of this position. All staff are expected to maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the day.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace throughout the shift
- Wash and put away dishes as you work
- Wash hands frequently and maintain good food-handling practices
- Clean and wipe down appliances and workstations after completing recipes
- Clean the espresso machine at the end of the day
- Sweep and mop floors
- Clean sinks, countertops, windows, fridges, ovens, mixers, and other equipment
- Keep the fridge and pantry clean and organized
- Sort and take out garbage, recycling, and compost
- Deep-cleaning shifts may occasionally be scheduled
DETAILS
Job Type: Permanent, Part-time
Schedule: Approximately 4 days per week / 25–28 hours per week
Some shifts require a 6:00 AM start
Weekend availability is required
Reliable transportation to 2245 West Broadway, Vancouver is essential
Public transportation can be limited at this hour, so applicants must have a reliable way to arrive on time
All shifts over 5 hours include a 30-minute unpaid break
COMPENSATION
Total compensation averages approximately $21.50/hour + 4% vacation pay, including pooled gratuities.
Base wage: $18.50/hour
Average pooled gratuities in 2026: approximately $3.36/hour
Base wage may be negotiable up to $19.00/hour, depending on experience, skill level, and expertise.
We offer opportunities for small raises throughout the year based on outstanding performance, reliability, and consistent contribution to the team.
BENEFITS
Staff discounts on food and drinks
Fun, supportive staff culture
Opportunities for growth and increased responsibility
APPLICATION
Please submit your resume and answer the below questions. A cover letter is not required, but is appreciated.
Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Virtue Natural Bakery has been serving hungry Vancouverites at local farmers markets since 2017. Our West Broadway storefront is open and we are continuing to build a team of passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated people! In addition to our artisanal gluten-free baked goods and breads, we also offer specialty organic coffee and tea.
While experience is an asset, we also consider applicants who have strong work ethic and are committed to learning and developing their skills.
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