pastry chef

Kwality Sweets & Restaurant; Brampton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the restaurant sector is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation of exquisite desserts and baked goods while managing kitchen staff effectively. Your expertise in food cost management and menu planning will ensure that the restaurant maintains high-quality standards and meets customer expectations. This fast-paced environment offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and creativity, making a significant impact on the dining experience. If you are passionate about baking and leading a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing food costs and inventory.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs of supplies and maintain food records.
• Supervise kitchen staff and demonstrate cooking techniques.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality standards are met.

Skills

Food Cost Management

Supervision

Cooking Techniques

Menu Planning

Staff Training

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• Bakery goods and desserts

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

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Kwality Sweets & Restaurant in Brampton, ON