Artisan Bread Baker (Sourdough & Production)

Artisan Bread Baker (Sourdough & Production)

Ottawa, ON (ByWard Market)
CA$21–$26/hour (based on experience and fit)
Full-Time | Permanent | Early Morning Schedule (typically starting between 4:00–5:00 AM)
Immediate Start Preferred

Build Something Different.

At Onua Bakery & Café, we are building one of Ottawa’s most distinctive artisan bakeries—bringing together artisan bread techniques, natural fermentation, and West African bakery traditions.

From naturally fermented sourdough and enriched breads to African sweet breads and handcrafted baked goods, our goal is simple: create exceptional products that customers remember and come back for.

We are looking for an experienced Artisan Bread Baker who takes pride in their craft and wants to play a meaningful role in a growing independent bakery.

This is not a repetitive production role. This is for someone who enjoys working with dough, improving systems, and helping shape a bakery.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and bake artisan breads and naturally fermented products
• Mix, scale, shape, proof, and bake dough to production standards
• Produce sourdough and enriched bread products
• Support production of African-style breads (training provided where required)
• Help improve consistency, production flow, and quality
• Support production planning and inventory organization
• Maintain recipes, production records, and food safety standards
• Support and coach junior bakers when appropriate

Must Have

• 2+ years of bakery experience (artisan, bread, sourdough, or production bakery)
• Experience with dough mixing, shaping, proofing, and baking
• Comfortable working early mornings
• Ability to maintain quality and consistency in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and communication

Strong Assets

• Sourdough and natural fermentation experience
• Experience in artisan or independent bakeries
• Bread production leadership
• Viennoiserie exposure
• French language skills

You’ll Thrive Here If You

✓ You care deeply about craftsmanship and quality
✓ You enjoy early mornings and bakery production
✓ You take ownership and initiative
✓ You like improving processes
✓ You enjoy working in small, growing teams

This Role May Not Be the Best Fit If

✗ You prefer late shifts only
✗ You dislike fast-paced production
✗ You are looking for highly structured corporate environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Employee discounts
• Work clothing provided
• Ongoing training
• Growth opportunities as we expand

Application Process

Please send:

• Resume
• Availability
• Optional: portfolio, Instagram, or photos of your work

Email: info@onuabakery.com

Subject:
Artisan Bread Baker – [Your Name]

Selected candidates will complete:

• Introductory interview
• Practical trial

Immediate availability preferred.

Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you comfortable working early morning shifts (typically starting between 4:00–5:00 AM)?
• How many years of experience do you have working with artisan bread or sourdough production?
• Describe your experience with sourdough fermentation.

Examples you may include:

• starter / levain maintenance
• bulk fermentation
• hydration management
• proofing
• temperature control
• fermentation schedules

Work Location: In person