Careers

What we are really looking for is individuals who see the true value of making a difference, even a small one, in the lives of the people you work with, and the customers you get the chance to meet. This is what we’re truly about: uplifting people.

What we are really looking for is individuals who see the true value of making a difference, even a small one, in the lives of the people you work with, and the customers you get the chance to meet.

Hey! We’re Cartems Donuts and here’s the truth… while we’re of course looking for people with leadership skills, energy, passion, etc., etc., (who isn’t!?!?), it’s about so much more. What we are really looking for is individuals who see the true value of making a difference, even a small one, in the lives of the people you work with, and the customers you get the chance to meet. This is what we’re truly about: uplifting people.  

You know those moments when you’re walking with your head up and so is the person approaching you, and you both smile and say hello to each other? Without fail, your next few steps will be better than the previous few before the ‘hello’. That feeling, that’s what we are trying to create. We’re confident we’ve figured out a couple of the ingredients, too: making decisions from a place of love and care, bringing our whole (amazing) selves to work, and choosing empathy, positivity, and connection at every chance. And, obviously, outstanding donuts! If people putting people first is something you feel strongly about, please send us your resume and cover letter, we’d love to meet you!




Open Positions

Hey! We're Cartems Donuts! We are all about conversation, smiles and donuts.

We're looking for a talented, passionate leader with a proven record of customer satisfaction, improving efficiency and production systems. This is a KEY position in our company and we are looking for a motivated team member to help us grow and continue our mission, vision and values. Qualified candidates must have previous kitchen management experience ideally in a bakery setting.

In this exciting role you will:
Lead, coach and motivate our team to improve productivity and meet production goals
Be accountable for financial objectives
Be constantly identifying and encouraging talent within our bakery and searching for others to join the team
Be committed to maintaining both our operational and quality standards
Work directly with the General Manager to ensure the highest quality of donuts are produced.
Must be able to make recommendations to the General Manager regarding execution and production planning.
Manage staff fairly and take a personal interest in knowing and connecting with all bakers.
Project a positive and motivated attitude amongst all staff that reflects and aligns with the mission, vision and values of our company.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications:
Current Food Safety Certificate required
Minimum 2 years experience in a managerial role
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills
Clear and effective communication style, both written and oral
Good judgment and decision-making abilities while communicating with team members
Ability to learn manual and automated systems/tools
Skilled at working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining priorities and a high level of performance
Experience working in a bakery or food preparation setting
Experience working with commercial baking equipment
Excellent attention to detail
Positive attitude
Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Organized, energetic and excellent time management skills

How You’ll Succeed:
At Cartems Donuts, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. We value self-motivation, strong work ethic, passion, pride and commitment to doing a great job.
If that sounds like you, if you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced environment, apply today!

Why Cartems Donuts?
Fair and flexible scheduling but must include weekends, early mornings and holidays
Be a part of a decade long tradition of the highest quality donuts, customer service and coffee
Be part of a great, motivated and dedicated team with great ownership
Full time employment (40 hours per week)
Health Benefit Program available
Competitive salary/wage

How to Apply:
Please send your resume via email and also let us know why you think you would be the perfect fit!

COVID-19 considerations: To keep our employees safe, we have additional sanitation measures in place. Masks are mandatory at this time and physical distancing is encouraged.

Experience:
Baking: 2 years (Required)
Bakery Production: 2 years (Required)
Bakery Management: 2 years (Required)

Work remotely: No

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We are currently looking for a bakers for at our downtown production facility. Part-time and Full-time positions are available - must have open availability, minimum of 3 shifts per week, and able to start work at 4am.

We strive to serve the highest quality donuts, made from the highest quality ingredients specializing in vegan and gluten friendly products.

Work Setting *Bake shop / production facility
Specific Skills
Inspect kitchen and food service areas
Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
Bake mixed dough and batters
Prepare dough for donuts
Glaze and garnish donuts
Operate machinery

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
* Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Repetitive tasks
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Standing for extended periods
Must be able to work early mornings 4am

Work Location Information
In the shop at 534 West Pender St. Vancouver.

Food Specialties
Cake decorating and writing
Personal Suitability
Accurate
Team player
Dependability
Reliability

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary:$17.25 per hour

COVID-19 considerations: We have set in place physical distancing measures and require all staff to wear masks and gloves in the workplace in accordance with recommendations provided by WorkSafeBC.

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We are currently looking for a driver to deliver our freshly made donuts. Part time positions are available - must have open availability, 3 shifts per week, 6:00am starts.

Do you like working early in the morning? Do you have a valid BC license, clean driving record and experience driving in Vancouver? Are you 100% reliable, punctual and able to think on your feet? Are you available from 6:00am on weekday and weekend mornings, a team player, people person and lover of crafty foods? Then we would love to hear from you!!! Please email your resume with cover letter to justin@cartems.com - we are looking forward to hearing from you!

Responsibilities and Duties
- You will be delivering donuts to our shops and representing our brand and product
- During down time, you will be offering support to our kitchen team (cleaning, dishes, organizing, errands)

Qualifications and Skills
- You are a safe driver
- You are proactive, physically fit (position requires some lifting etc) and dependable
- You are reliable and punctual
- You are available to work in downtown Vancouver early on weekday or weekend mornings
- You are excited about working amongst a team of creative and eager individuals

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $15.30 per hour

COVID-19 considerations: Safety measurements in place: physical distancing is being practised 100% of the time. Masks and gloves are required and provided. Hand washing stations are available in all departments.

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Our Main Street location is looking for high-energy, positive, dedicated and outgoing folks to join our FOH/customer service team. If you are a people-person and team-player, multi-tasker, self-motivated and a lover of crafty foods and beverages, please email your resume and cover letter along with your availability to patrick@cartems.com.

Duties:
Creating enjoyable and memorable customer experiences while representing our company and its values at all times
Explaining, recommending and selling our line of specialty products.
Preparing our beverage line up according to our standards.
Maintaining a clean, organised safe and inclusive working environment at all times.

Shifts: Mon-Sun, flexible schedule, 7:30am - 7:30pm
Location: 2190 Main St, Vancouver BC
Wage: $15.20 + tips
Hours per Week: 15-25

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