behind your favourite treats!
Cynthia
How long have you been at Crave? 19 ½ years!
What was your first job?
Paper route – delivering the Yukon News newspapers to my local neighbourhood in Whitehorse at the age of 12.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
2 favourites! Dark Angel cupcake and Twix Bar.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
My favourites – the opportunity for creativity in both cake design and recipe development, baking everything from scratch, and working with a great group of people. From early morning bakers to friendly servers, we’ve connected with our 5+ year employees to highlight the people who helped make our bakery so special. Here’s to the dream team that turns all our creative ideas into a delicious reality.
Alison
How long have you been at Crave? 5 years
What was your first job?
My first job was when I was 14, I had a part-time after school job at Wendy’s.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
From our classic menu I enjoy strawberry vanilla and lemon drop. From our Cravings of the Month I enjoy anything with coffee in it!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave? I really enjoy being part of a team that works hard every day creating cupcakes, cakes and sweet treats to ensure our customers special occasions are extra special!
Juliana
How long have you been at Crave?
From 2008 to 2012, then from 2018 until now. Together it has been close to 9 years!
What was your first job?
Baker in Kensington, then Bakery lead in Kensington too.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Triple Chocolate Brownie wins above all!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
The opportunities, working in a "smaller" company allow me to share my thoughts and ideas, put them into action, and see the change. Working closely with Carolyne and Jodi, and an amazing team, it is inspiring to see their passion. It gives me joy to work in a place where teamwork and respect are valued. Also, of course the treats!!
Dillon
How long have you been at Crave?
I have been with Crave since 2015 as a self employed contractor and then since 2017 as a staff member.
What was your first job? Delivery driver.
What is your favourite Crave treat? Vegan Chocolate Chunk cookie.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave? It's something different every day and a fun place to work, bringing joy to people.
Samantha
How long have you been at Crave? 5 years
What was your first job?
My first ever job was working at Mucho Burrito
What is your favourite Crave treat?
My favourite Crave treats are the Brownie Stuffed Chocolate Chunk Cookie and the Mint Chip cupcake!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
My favourite part is getting to work in my field of passion, both the creating incredible treats for people and creating a good atmosphere for the girls who work there!
Lucia
How long have you been at Crave?
I have been working at Crave since March 2017, so it's been 7 years.
What was your first job?
I worked at a breakfast restaurant in a hotel in Merida, Mexico.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
The Magic Bar at Christmas time is my favourite.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
Getting to collaborate with my amazing staff. They inspire me every day to come to work and be the best leader for them.
Kelsey
How long have you been at Crave? I just celebrated my 5th year with Crave this May.
What was your first job?
My first job was at Ricky's All Day Grill when I was 13 years old. I started as a hostess/busser, and over time moved into the kitchen making toast & salads.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
My favorite Crave sweet treat was this years Aloha Loaf!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave? Being surrounded by a team that is helpful & supportive. I have been able to grow so much as a person, and an employee in the last 5 years, all thanks to help and support from everyone at Crave!
Emily
How long have you been at Crave?
I started as a baker at Crave in 2011 at the Crowfoot location. I left in 2013 and came back in 2021 as the Kensington manager and now Willow Park manager!
What was your first job?
I started coaching CanSkate when I was 12 years old! My first “real” job I suppose was at Music Makers as a front desk clerk and a piano teacher!
What is your favourite Crave treat?
The Peanut Butter Marshmallow Brownie bar is my absolute favourite, but a nutty cupcake or a red velvet hits the spot too!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave? It's an amazing company founded by women, that continues to grow and spread joy and tasty treats!
Jenna
How long have you been at Crave? Since 2011
What was your first job?
My first job was bussing tables at a retro themed diner, Nellies on 90th.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Raspberry Sour Cream Pie and Triple Chocolate Brownie are a tie.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
The incredible people and the amazing product, we are so fortunate to be able to share our passion with our communities for an impressive 20 years.
Cendra
How long have you been at Crave? 11 Years this October.
What was your first job?
My first job was rocking some roller blades at Superstore doing price checking and product exchange for customers.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
OG treat – Hiker Cookie (last made in 2015). Everyday treat – Triple Chocolate Brownie.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
I am proud to be a part of a female-founded local business where we coach, empower, and uplift incredible individuals. The homemade, from-scratch baking is a celebration in itself, and the amazing support system drives my personal growth, inspiring me to reach new milestones.
Rebecca
How long have you been at Crave?
I have been working at the Kensington location for just over 8 years, both part-time and seasonally!
What was your first job?
My first job was actually Crave! I started when I was 15 years old and entering high school!
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Nutty Over Chocolate or Peanut Butter Marshmallow Bars!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
The team and company culture! Everyone is super kind, helpful, and willing to learn, and I think this ultimately creates a safe and welcoming space for all! (Getting to try all the feature flavours is fun too!)
Mallory
How long have you been at Crave? 7 years
What was your first job?
Superstore meat department
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Salted Chocolate Chunk Cookie or Dark Angel mini cupcake. What is your favourite part of working at Crave? The people and their unrelenting passion to create exceptional products.
Courtney
How long have you been at Crave? I’ve been with Crave for 6 years in September.
What was your first job?
Dairy Queen
What is your favourite Crave treat?
My favourite treat is the Sponge Toffee cupcakes.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
My favourite part of working with Crave is helping create fun, loving memories for families and working with the amazing ladies I get to work with every single day.
Kianna
How long have you been at Crave?
In January I'll be at Crave for 10 years!
What was your first job? Cashier at the Calgary Stampede.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
The Lemon Poppyseed or Orange loaf has to be one of my all time favourites.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave? Decorating cakes or creating new cake designs is something I look forward to everyday!
Alyssa
How long have you been at Crave? 7 years this September
What was your first job?
Basketball Referee
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Gingerbread loaf or the Cranberry Orange loaf
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
Working with a great group of people each day and bringing joy through baking into our customers lives!
Michelle
How long have you been at Crave? 7 years
What was your first job?
Working retail at Danier Leather.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Triple Chocolate Brownie.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave? I love working for a local women-owned business and getting to create things with such beautiful products every day.
Alex
How long have you been at Crave?
I have been with Crave for just over 6 years!
What was your first job?
My first job was working at Roger's Video (back when it was a video store that also did cell phones).
What is your favourite Crave treat?
My favourite is the cookies, right now my go to is the Toffee Oatmeal cookie!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
The people I get to work with and the amazing people we get to bake for. Life is all about the connections we make with others and being able to be a part of that for everyone who comes in here, it's really special!
Danielle
How long have you been at Crave?
I’ve been with Crave for almost 7 years.
What was your first job?
Working as a receptionist for Native Counselling Services of Alberta back in high school. I was also working for my childhood dance studio teaching, working music, costume changes, as well as costume alternations.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
Usually a Toffee Oatmeal cookie but anytime we have a craving with coffee I can’t help myself but to indulge in a mini
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
Baking has been a hobby that changed my life and getting to do my hobby for a living is incredible! I love working with strong women and decorating product that causes the brightest smiles on our customers faces.
Rebecca
How long have you been at Crave? 7 years
What was your first job?
Making cold treats at Dairy Queen when I was 14.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
The Triple Chocolate Brownie.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
I love seeing the growth of the company every year and working behind the scenes to develop new treats.
Chantelle
How long have you been at Crave?
Almost a bakers’ dozen! 13 years this November!
What was your first job?
I got my first job at a Dairy Queen the minute I turned 14!
What is your favourite Crave treat?
It’s so hard to pick one! It changes based on what I’m craving (pun intended), but one of my go tos is the Triple Chocolate Brownie, with the Peanut Butter Marshmallow Bar as a close second.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
Simply put, my favorite part about working at Crave has always been the joy. Whether sharing life’s special moments with our customers, or celebrating a hard days’ work with the team, being at Crave means witnessing the abundance of kindness and connection within our communities.
Kaitlyn
How long have you been at Crave? 7 years
What was your first job?
Babysitting and retail at Marks.
What is your favourite Crave treat?
The Triple Chocolate Brownie.
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
The people. Both within the company and our customers.
Catherine
How long have you been at Crave?
I have been working at Crave for almost six years now!
What was your first job?
My first paid job was delivering the neighbourhood newsletter, but my first official job was working for Crave!
What is your favourite Crave treat?
There are so many delicious options, but I'll have to go with either the Peanut Butter Brownie or the Salted Chocolate Chunk cookie!
What is your favourite part of working at Crave?
I love being a part of people's joyous celebrations and a reason to bring a smile to their faces! It's so nice to work somewhere that people are happy to come to and look forward to getting some tasty treats.
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