Banquets Pastry Lead — Elevate Dessert Creations

Accor Hotels; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality provider in Calgary is seeking a passionate First Cook to manage food preparation and lead a culinary team. With a focus on delivering exceptional cuisine, the ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of culinary experience, including baking/pastry. Key responsibilities include preparing pastries, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a clean workspace. This role comes with benefits like meal discounts and travel perks, and candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Benefits

Meals every shift

Travel discounts at Accor and Marriott

Free dry cleaning for work attire

Custom learning programs

Join Health & Safety and Sustainability Committees

Potential for career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in culinary field, with at least 1 year in pastry or bakery kitchen.
• Food Handler Certificate for Alberta is required.
• Actively working towards Journeyman’s papers or equivalent is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, friendly guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
• Prepare and service baked goods and desserts for various meal periods and functions.
• Contribute ideas to enhance pastry operations during daily briefings.
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of pastry products to minimize waste.
• Maintain knowledge of dessert and baked menu items, including ingredients and presentation.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of pastry work areas and equipment.
• Follow kitchen policies and adhere to safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Interpersonal abilities

Problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/Certification in Culinary Discipline

Job description

A hospitality provider in Calgary is seeking a passionate First Cook to manage food preparation and lead a culinary team. With a focus on delivering exceptional cuisine, the ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of culinary experience, including baking/pastry. Key responsibilities include preparing pastries, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a clean workspace. This role comes with benefits like meal discounts and travel perks, and candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.