Baker

Business operates 7 days a week, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Some shifts may start as early as 7:00 a.m. for opening and food preparation

Based on experience and role, with opportunities for performance- and tenure-based wage increases.

Here’s the scoop:

We make chimney cakes. Like, really good ones. Hand-rolled, baked fresh all day, and filled with all kinds of deliciousness. We also whip up savoury sandwiches that are just as show-stopping. It’s all about that sweet-meets-savoury magic.

As a Baker, you’ll be right in the action—mixing, rolling, baking, and building. People will literally smell your work from down the street. No pressure.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Rolling and baking chimney cakes throughout the day (hello, forearm gains)
• Preparing crave-worthy sandwiches with care and speed
• Following recipes and procedures—no freestyling here
• Keeping your station clean, organized, and ready to go
• Working as part of a team that actually likes working together
• Bringing good energy (and maybe a great playlist)

What Success Looks Like

1. Waste is Low Target: ≤ 3%. Every cake counts. Every ingredient earns its keep.

2. You Keep Up the Pace You hit your hourly production targets, so guests see the show and get their treat fast.

3. You Track Everything Logs are filled out daily—clean data means smart decisions.

4. You’re Ready at Open Station prepped; ovens hot, good to go. 95%+ of shifts start strong.

5. You’re a Vibe You lift your team up, keep the mood high, and help wherever needed. We all rise together (like dough—see what we did there?).

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Mix, roll, proof, and bake chimney cakes
• Prep and assemble sandwiches to standard
• Maintain product quality and consistency
• Keep your station clean and food-safe
• Track production, waste, and leftovers daily
• Stock ingredients and notify when low
• Follow all health & safety standards
• Wash dishes, sanitize tools, and maintain order
• Communicate equipment issues promptly
• Pitch in on opening/closing duties
• Be guest-focused and positive in every interaction
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Share feedback on products and help test new ones
• Perform other duties as assigned

About Us

We didn’t invent the chimney cake (Hungary beat us to it by, oh, 300 years), but we did take it to a whole new level of deliciousness. At Budapest Bakeshop, we hand-roll and bake fresh chimney cakes and sandwiches all day long—right in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake, where the streets smell like sugar and joy.

Our shop is part kitchen, part live show. Guests don’t just order—they watch the magic happen. And yes, they’ll probably film you for Instagram.

Why Join Our Crew?

Because we’re not your average bakery gig. We’re a tight-knit, good-vibes team fueled by early mornings, cinnamon sugar, and a shared love for great food. You’ll learn how to make something unique, work with people who actually enjoy being here, and be part of something that puts smiles on faces every single day.

Oh—and you’ll leave every shift smelling amazing. Not the worst perk.

Sound like a sweet fit? Apply now and let’s bake something awesome together.

• Food Handler Certification (or willing to get one within 30 days)
• Previous baking experience is a big plus—especially if you’re familiar with proofing, portioning, and dough handling
• Comfortable using commercial baking equipment (mixers, ovens, scales, etc.)
• Able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs without assistance

You’ll Love This Role If You Are:

• A morning person who thrives on routine
• Reliable, punctual, and ready to roll
• Cool under pressure (especially when the oven’s full and the line’s long)
• A team player who puts “we” before “me”
• Proud of doing things right—every single time
• Happy to be part of a place that smells like joy