Posted: June 23, 2026
Bakery Utility Clerk at Calgary Co-op, Calgary is listed at Calgary Co-op in Calgary, AB. The Beaver Board aggregates this opening from the employer's career page — apply using the button below to reach the official application. Browse more jobs at Calgary Co-op.
Calgary Co-op is actively seeking a dedicated Bakery Utility Clerk to join their dynamic team in Calgary, AB. This pivotal position is responsible for ensuring exceptional customer service while maintaining a safe and highly efficient bakery operation, always adhering to established company policies, procedures, and standards. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the daily functions of the bakery, contributing significantly to a positive shopping experience for the entire community. This opportunity allows individuals to embrace a culture that reflects a strong sense of pride and ownership in their work, within a co-operative that demonstrates mutual respect for its team and members, showing genuine care towards its employees and the broader Calgary community. This role involves a diverse range of tasks, all designed to ensure the bakery department operates smoothly and efficiently, meeting the high expectations of our retail customers.
Working as a Bakery Utility Clerk at Calgary Co-op means being part of a collaborative environment where strong teams are built. You will contribute to an organization that values its employees and provides a supportive atmosphere. The position offers an excellent chance to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced retail setting, directly impacting customer satisfaction and the overall success of the bakery department. Your commitment to maintaining high standards will be key in upholding Calgary Co-op's reputation for quality and service within the Calgary area.
As a Bakery Utility Clerk, you will be responsible for a comprehensive range of essential duties that contribute to the success and efficiency of the bakery department. This includes providing outstanding customer service and fostering positive customer relations through the proper handling of customer questions, comments, requests, and complaints. You will perform all aspects of the bakery utility function, including but not limited to panning and the operation of bake-off ovens, bakery platter preparation, and the precise icing of names and/or messages on cakes. Ensuring display presentation and stock levels are consistently maintained in an efficient and organized manner is also a core responsibility for our retail environment.
Furthermore, this role involves handling merchandise with care to ensure quality and minimize damages and markdowns. You will be responsible for providing substitutions and ensuring price integrity, including managing price changes. General clean-up duties, such as cleaning spills and display fixtures, are paramount to maintaining a neat and organized department. The position is also responsible for ensuring the sales floor and back stock area are clean of cardboard and debris, including the proper disposal of garbage. Adherence to established Occupational Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Environmental regulations and policies is critical to ensure the health and safety of all staff and customers. The proper care, use, and maintenance of equipment and tools, along with reporting repair requirements, are also key. Finally, the role is responsible for all aspects of ordering merchandise and supplies, as well as receiving processes, including reviewing/verifying invoices, returns, transfers, claims, and proper storage of products. Assisting in organizing and conducting inventory rounds out the diverse responsibilities.
To be considered for this role, candidates must possess a Grade 9 education or an acceptable combination of education and experience. Essential qualifications also include bakery retail or related retail experience, which is crucial for understanding the demands and nuances of a busy retail bakery setting. Desirable qualifications that will set candidates apart include fluency in English and specific bakery product knowledge or additional experience in this area. This experience will enable you to hit the ground running and contribute effectively to our team.
Calgary Co-op has been proudly serving the Calgary community since 1956, when it opened its first store with local farmers and ranchers to provide fresh, farm-to-table foods. Headquartered in Calgary and owned by over 456,000 members, it stands as one of North America’s largest retail co-operatives, boasting 3,530 employees, $757 million in assets, and $1.3 billion in annual sales. The organization operates a diverse portfolio of retail formats, including food centres, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, home health care centres, wine, spirits and beer stores, and cannabis stores across Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks, and Strathmore. Calgary Co-op also owns Community Natural Foods, Willow Park Wines & Spirits, and Beacon Pharmacy.
Committed to sourcing locally whenever possible from Calgary, Alberta, and Western Canada, the organization helps connect consumers with the producers behind their food. Calgary Co-op continues to expand its local offerings while focusing on quality and robust community support, earning recognition by the Canadian Grocer’s 2024 Impact Awards for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and supporting its employees. Joining Calgary Co-op means becoming part of a respected and community-focused organization that truly cares for its employees and members, offering excellent opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility, personal growth, and challenge within a thriving retail environment.
