About ABURI Group
ABURI Group, founded by visionary leader Seigo Nakamura, is a pioneer in Canada’s culinary landscape. With acclaimed brands including Miku, Minami, ABURI TORA, and ABURI Market, the group is celebrated for its innovative fusion of traditional Aburi-style Japanese cuisine with contemporary French influences. Since opening Miku Vancouver in 2008, ABURI Group has expanded nationally, earning distinctions such as a MICHELIN Star and recognition on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list. More than building restaurants, ABURI is cultivating a cultural movement rooted in excellence, hospitality, and community.
Position Summary
The Baker is responsible for preparing and baking high-quality Japanese-style bagels, breads, and seasonal baked goods while maintaining WA-BAGEL's standards for quality, consistency, and food safety. This role supports all aspects of dough production, fermentation, shaping, baking, and maintaining a clean and organized bakery environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare Japanese-style bagels, Melon Pan, Curry Pan, and other breads according to company recipes and production standards.
- Mix dough and monitor dough temperature to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Manage dough fermentation and proofing processes.
- Divide, shape, fill, boil, and bake bagels and breads.
- Follow recipes and production procedures to maintain consistent size, texture, flavour, colour, and appearance.
- Operate bakery equipment safely and efficiently, including mixers, proofers, and ovens.
- Prepare and portion ingredients for daily production.
- Maintain sourdough starters and fermentation processes under established procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area in accordance with food safety standards.
- Assist with inventory rotation and notify management when ingredients require replenishment.
- Support bakery classes, special events, and other bakery operations as required.
- Follow all health, safety, and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with the bakery team and complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous experience with bread, bagels, sourdough, or other fermented dough production is preferred.
- Baking or pastry education is an asset.
- Passion for artisan bread-making, fermentation, and Japanese baking techniques.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Able to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs).
- Reliable and able to consistently start shifts at 6:00 AM.
Our Culture
At WA-BAGEL, we foster a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive workplace where team members are supported, valued, and encouraged to take pride in their work. We believe in creating a positive environment built on mutual respect, teamwork, and continuous learning. Our strong team culture and supportive workplace have contributed to low employee turnover.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume through Indeed. Photos or a portfolio of your bread-making work are welcome but not required.
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you reliably available to start work at 6:00 AM?
- Please briefly describe your experience with bread, bagels, or fermented dough, and what interests you about Japanese-style baking at WA-BAGEL.
Work Location: In person
