Farm Markets Baker

Job Responsibility: Osprey Organics is an existing 3,500-acre farming operation located in beautiful Grey County, Ontario. We are committed to producing the highest quality organic crops for our community and retail partners using methods that are regenerative and in tune with natural processes. Osprey Organics also owns and operates a mill in Gibraltar Ontario to further process organic crops grown on the lands. Situated two hours north of Toronto, Grey County is home to the Niagara Escarpment and offers beauty you can't get in the city. It values its heritage, natural beauty, clean, healthy environment, and rural lifestyle. Grey County offers four-season living at its best with a short drive to Collingwood and Georgian Bay. Utopia Market is looking to hire a Farm Markets Baker. As a Farm Markets Baker your primary responsibilities are to:

• Prepare a variety of baked goods such as breads, pastries, muffins, cookies, pies, and other seasonal or specialty items.
• Ensure all products meet quality, freshness, and presentation standards.
• Package and label baked goods for sale in compliance with local health and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and attractive display throughout market hours.
• Provide excellent customer service, answer questions about products, and promote ingredients and baking methods.
• Operate a point-of-sale (POS) system, handle cash/card transactions, and manage daily sales.
• Track inventory and good to reorder, list items and note popular items and customer preferences.
• Follow and uphold food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness protocols.
• Daily baking preparation, loading/unloading supplies, and deliveries as needed.
You will be a great match if you have these skills and experience:
• Experience as a baker, pastry chef, or in a commercial baking setting.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work early mornings and weekends, including outdoor market conditions.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Able to successfully pass a background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with farmers markets, seasonal ingredients, or artisan baking.
• Food handler certification or equivalent.
• Passion for sustainable, local, or organic food practices.
Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. Note to Recruiting Agencies Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.