pastry chef

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government organization is looking for a Culinary Supervisor to oversee food preparation and staff management. The role involves menu planning, costing, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in culinary supervision required.
• Specialization in bakery goods and desserts.
• Ability to handle pressures and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs and maintain inventory records.
• Create new recipes and instruct kitchen staff.
• Supervise baking personnel and kitchen operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Supervision

Management

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

Responsibilities 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
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise baking personnel and kitchen staff
• Participate in staff meetings

Experience and specialization Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

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