Pastry Chef

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking pass

Growth opportunities

Advanced scheduling

Flames store discount

Service and recognition awards

Attend events in the city

Job summary

The Pastry Cook at Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation is responsible for day-to-day pastry operations for the Saddleroom Grill, following strict food safety standards. You will assist in menu development and work with award-winning chefs on a frequently changing menu. A free meal is provided with every shift.

Please note this position is based on event schedules in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shift lengths vary.

Qualifications

• 5+ years restaurant or hotel pastry experience required.
• 3-5 Years Hotel/Restaurant experience as a 1st cook or completion of a culinary apprenticeship program, with all round knowledge of the kitchen operation.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary Education Trade papers.
• Food Safety & Sanitation Certificate.
• Valid Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification.
• Related work experience.
• Leadership experience.
• High attention to detail and strong ability to maintain an organized kitchen.
• A positive attitude and eye for detail and appearance.

Responsibilities

• Daily Baking, Pastry, Preparation in the saddleroom grill.
• Prepare hot plates, cold plates, sauces, pastries, bread, ice cream and other desserts.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and use of food inventories;
• Maintain a high standard of safety and sanitation as governed by standards and protocols;
• Communicate with kitchen staff, cooks, sous chefs, and the executive chef;
• Follow instructions as directed by supervisors, sous chefs, and the executive chef;
• Attend any buffets, events when necessary
• Actively participate in safety programs and follow polices;
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Leadership experience

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary education training

Food Safety Certification

Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification

Job description

At Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, we deliver excitement. Our mission is to be the heartbeat of our community by creating connections, building champions, and winning, together. If you’d like to join a team that’s people-first, diverse, innovative, and energized about delivering extraordinary fan experiences to our guests, then we’d love to sign you to a player's contract! Join us to be part of the last year at the Saddledome and be part of transition to Scotia Place!

What We Offer

• Parking pass when working;
• Opportunity for growth and development;
• Advanced scheduling;
• Discount at Flames store;
• Service and recognition awards;
• Be a part of your favorite sporting and entertainment events in the city.

THE POSITION

The Pastry Cook is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations of the kitchen team including food preparations for the Saddleroom Grill. The role requires a strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards and protocols as this role will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment. The Pastry cook will have the ability to put help with menu development as the menu changes every week. This is an opportunity to work with award winning chefs with Michelin star experience with a frequently changing menu. Free meal every shift included.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Daily Baking, Pastry, Preparation in the saddleroom grill
• Prepare hot plates, cold plates, sauces, pastries, bread, ice cream and other desserts.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and use of food inventories;
• Maintain a high standard of safety and sanitation as governed by standards and protocols;
• Communicate with kitchen staff, cooks, sous chefs, and the executive chef;
• Follow instructions as directed by supervisors, sous chefs, and the executive chef;
• Attend any buffets, events when necessary
• Actively participate in safety programs and follow polices;
• Other duties as assigned.

THE INDIVIDUAL

The ideal candidate will have the following background:

• 5+ years restaurant or hotel pastry experience required;
• 3-5 Years Hotel/Restaurant experience as a 1st cook or completion of a culinary apprenticeship program, with all round knowledge of the kitchen operation;
• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Culinary Education Trade papers;
• Food Safety & Sanitation Certificate;
• Valid Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification;
• Related work experience;
• Leadership experience;
• High attention to detail and strong ability to maintain an organized kitchen;
• A positive attitude and eye for detail and appearance

Please note, this position is based on the event schedule in a fast paced environment, with emphasis on evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays. Shift lengths vary, and require flexible working times.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

CSEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.