pastry chef

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Calgary is seeking a skilled pastry chef. The role involves demonstrating cooking techniques, supervising kitchen staff, and creating recipes. Candidates must have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2–3 years of relevant experience. This position is on-site with no remote work options available. Applicants should excel in a fast-paced environment and possess strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience with bakery goods and desserts is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to cooking staff.
• Supervise activities of chefs and kitchen workers.
• Create new recipes for the menu.
• Instruct chefs in food preparation and presentation.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Supervision

Recipe creation

Presentation of food

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Hot

Work setting

• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization

• Food specialties: Bakery goods and desserts

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player