Are you passionate about chocolate and want to apprentice under a Master Chocolatier? Do you want to work on a positive and uplifting team producing award-winning chocolates? Are you looking for work/ life balance and the opportunity to work somewhere that values your skills and dedication to the craft?

If you said "yes!" and have a strong attention to detail and a strong work-ethic, then we have a position for you! We are looking for someone with a positive attitude and the skills to handle a fast-paced kitchen environment.

This is an on-site, full-time position, with the potential of weekend or evening shifts depending on the production schedule. If you do not have a valid Work Permit in progress or approved, please apply when you do have one.

Full time employees are eligible to join our competitive benefits program after six months of employment; a portion of the monthly fees will be paid by cōchu.

*Apply with a cover letter: tell us why you are interested in this position and why you are the ideal candidate. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid Canadian Work Permit
• Hands-on chocolate experience and understanding of chocolate theory is an asset.
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and dive into any task with a smile.
• Ability to work well with your hands and handle delicate items with care, while still maintaining efficiency.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and good judgment.
• A strong attention to detail.
• Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Key Responsibilities

• Working directly with the head chocolatier in various capacities to acquire chocolate-making skills and independence in a variety of production areas, such as enrobing, molding and capping bonbons, making 3D figures and bars, etc. by hand.
• Food preparation: making caramel, ganache, fruit purees, pate de fruit, and other crystalline confections.
• Cleaning and preparing moulds and trays for production.
• Inventory management and compliance with food safety requirements.
• Complete records accurately and consistently
• Maintaining a clean and organized space, following proper cleaning and sanitation procedures to meet AHS regulations.
• Occasional support in packaging and retail may be requested.

Salary compensation is based on experience and ranges from $31,200 - $39,500 per year.

About cochu chocolatier

cochu handcrafts award-winning fresh chocolates and confections in Calgary, Alberta. We are truly driven by joy, passion, exploration and the love of great food. We value exploration, learning and growth and aim to provide opportunities for each to all of our team members. Our diverse team spans a wide variety of skills and jobs, all which are crucial to our success. Our hope is to provide rewarding careers where individuals feel valued and can see their contribution to the team's success.