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Who We Are:

Based in Stratford, Ontario, the Stratford Festival is one of the world’s foremost repertory theatre companies. It operates year-round, presenting a season of about a dozen plays each year between the months of April and November, a rich stream of digital content and hundreds of events designed to deepen understanding of the plays. For every person a theatregoer sees on our stages, we have seven people working behind the scenes, some of the world’s most dedicated and experienced arts workers.

The Stratford Festival is committed to ongoing work to support equity, inclusion, anti-racism and anti-oppression in all areas of our work. These areas include play selection, casting, marketing and public relations efforts, education programs, production, design, recruitment of staff and volunteers, and the composition of the Board of Directors.

Why You Should Apply:

• Creative work environment     
• Employee Assistance Program to encourage work-life balance and strong mental health
• Complimentary & discounted ticket offers and events
• Employee discounts on merchandise and event space
• Being a part of the magic of live theatre!

The Baking Supervisor is responsible for the production of all pastries, desserts, and baked goods, often in a high volume, while leading and coaching the baking team. The role of the Baking Supervisor at the Stratford Festival is to provide our Guests, Members, Staff and Company with an excellent dining experience while supporting the broader culinary team. This position reports to the Executive Chef and takes direction from the Associate Director, Food & Beverage or other Café & Catering Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership
  
  • Supervise, coach and delegate duties to Bakers and other culinary team members
  • Assist in menu development in collaboration with Executive and Sous Chefs
  • Coordinate with kitchen staff and front-of-house as needed.
  • Communicate effectively with team members regarding inventory, workflow, or customer requests
• Shift Management
  
  • Monitor catering clipboards; being aware of upcoming events
  • Monitor stock levels of ingredients and supplies, report shortages to supervisor.
  • Rotate ingredients and baked items to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
  • Organize storage areas and assist with inventory counting as needed 
  • Receive, inspect, and store deliveries in accordance with food safety standards.
  • Clean and maintain equipment regularly, reporting any malfunctions or maintenance needs.
  • Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment, cleaning the kitchen throughout the shift, and replenishing stock as necessary.
• Daily Activities
  
  • Prepare and bake a variety of baked goods.
  • Transport food to various locations, as required.
  • Follow recipes and formulas accurately for consistency and quality.
  • Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other bakery equipment.
  • Shape, roll, and cut dough to prepare for baking.
  • Operate bakery equipment such as ovens, mixers, induction stoves, and scales.
  • Inspect finished products for uniformity, texture, and appearance.
  • Ensure products are labeled and displayed attractively, where applicable.
• General
  
  • Follow all organizational and governmental health/safety standards at all times
  • Maintain a clean and tidy appearance at all times, adhering to established uniform standards
  • Adhere to the Stratford Festival Health & Safety Commitment and Procedures and ensure that safe work practices and policies are supported and enforced within reporting structure.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma program, typically a two year program, or equivalent, (i.e. Community college, Technical Institute or Trade School, etc.) in pastry arts
• 1 to 2 years of related experience in a supervisory role
• Valid Drivers license is required
• Previous supervisory experience is an asset
• Experience working in a fast-paced food service environment 
• Safe Food Handlers Certification
• Flexible availability to work a variety of operating hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Reliable transportation to and from work 
• Proficiency in English: verbal and written communication
• Preference will be given to candidates with a culinary based education and/or previous work experience in the areas of baking and pastry work.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Communication: actively listen and effectively transmit and receive information
• Organization skills: create structure and optimally use resources to achieve results and ensure productivity
• Time Management: efficiently allocate and use time to meet goals and deadlines, prioritize tasks as necessary.
• Attention to Detail: meticulously review work and ensure accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Leadership: successfully guide others to maximize their capabilities to achieve a collective goal; help them to succeed and thrive

This seasonal posting is for an existing vacancy located in Stratford, Ontario and will begin as soon as possible. This position requires the candidate to work onsite. Candidates are required to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Job Type:  Seasonal

Hourly Rate: $24.30 - $28.58

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.

Shared Values:

• Inclusion: contribute to an environment where everyone is welcome, valued and respected; consistently demonstrate an open-mindedness and intellectual curiosity that promote and celebrate the diversity of perspectives.
• Innovation: put experience and knowledge into creative problem-solving and the continuous improvement of the organization.
• Rigor: show integrity in behaviour, attention to detail in work and commitment to excellence and professional evolution
• Caring: be empathetic, understanding and attentive to others
• Connection: establish and maintain trusting relationships that are respectful and constructive

Who Should Apply:

We welcome applicants of every identity, and encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, Deaf, disabled and 2SLGBTQ+ folks. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternative format documents, ASL Interpreter or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our recruitment team know.

No candidate will meet every desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

If you would like to contribute your own remarkable talents to North America’s largest not-for-profit theatre, we’d like to hear from you.