pastry chef

Government of Canada - Western; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity while working in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for baking and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a rewarding career path in a vibrant culinary setting. Join a team that values innovation and quality in every dish served.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Bonus

Gratuities

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a culinary environment, particularly in pastry and baking.
• Strong communication skills and ability to supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and oversee food preparation activities.
• Maintain records of food costs and inventory management.
• Train staff in cooking techniques and food safety practices.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Initiative

Attention to detail

Education

College or CEGEP certificate or diploma (3 months to <1 year)

Tools

Safe Food Handling certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bistro
• Café
• Bakery

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• 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

Supervision

• 5-10 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• French

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Chocolate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available