bread baker
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Dough Mixer - Bread
Posted on May 14, 2026 by Employer details Big League Food Company Wholesale Inc.
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About Dear GrainDear Grain Baking is not just a job it?s a way of living.Dear Grain Hamilton Commissary is an ?everything sourdough? bakery specializing in artisanal breads and pastries. We aim to inspire, nourish, and support both our team and the community we serve. We offer a respectful, open work environment with a culture that values learning, creativity, and collaboration.About the role:We?re looking for a dedicated Bread Mixer to join our early morning production team. This role starts at 3:30am and sits at the heart of our process scaling, mixing, and managing doughs with consistency and care.The role is split between two key responsibilities: mixing doughs for the day?s production, and scaling ingredients in preparation for the following day. You?ll work with a range of doughs, from classic country loaves to high-hydration mixes, porridges, cheese breads, and other specialty products.Dough behavior changes daily with flour, temperature, and environment. You?ll monitor strength, elasticity, and fermentation, making precise adjustments to maintain consistency.This position suits someone who thrives in structure and repetition, takes pride in detail, and understands that consistency is what makes great bread possible. You?ll be responsible for setting the foundation for the entire production cycle accuracy, timing, and awareness are key.There is also opportunity to cross-train into broader production roles. For those who develop a strong command of the fundamentals, there is room to contribute to new recipe and process development.This position is for an existing vacancy.Duties & ResponsibilitiesMixing multiple dough batches (55?300kg)Handling and transferring dough from mixer to binsScaling ingredients for next-day productionCleaning and maintaining workspaceRestocking ingredients and inventoryRequirementsMinimum 1 year commercial kitchen experienceBaking or culinary education preferredBread, pizza, or mixing experience is an assetComfortable working with intensity and early hoursAble to work independently and within a teamReliable transportation for a 3:30am startDesired QualitiesDetail-oriented (precision in scaling and mixing)Consistent and comfortable with repetitive workPunctual and reliable timing is criticalPhysically capable (this is a demanding role)Able to multitask and work with pace when neededOpen to feedback and continuous improvementSchedule & AvailabilityPart-time / Full-time (3?4 days, 20?30+ hours/week)Shifts: start at 3:30am or 7:00am (6?8+ hours)Weekdays + at least one weekend day requiredPreferred availability: Wednesday?SundayMust be available for early morning shiftsCompensation$19.00?$22.00/hour (based on experience)Additionally, team members in this role receive approximately $200-$300 per month in shared gratuities, according to our Gratuity Sharing policyWhile we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Artificial intelligence may be used to assist with resume screening.About Big League:Big League Food Company is the next generation of beloved food brands. Our current brand portfolio includes Village Juicery, Dark Horse Espresso, Detour Coffee, Dear Grain Bakery, and Tori?s Bakeshop.We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process and require an accommodation, please let us know in advance.- Location Hamilton, ON
- Work location On site
- Salary$19.00 to $22.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- Source CareerBeacon #3203852
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