pastry chef

Government of Canada - Central; Mattawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government institution in Nipissing District is seeking a skilled chef to prepare and cook for events. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school diploma, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and a passion for creating bakery goods and desserts. This role requires on-site work in a fast-paced environment with responsibilities including estimating costs and client consultations.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in a similar role required.
• Familiarity with bakery goods and desserts.
• Ability to maintain detailed records.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events.
• Consult with clients regarding events.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Creativity in recipe development

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Remote location
• Resort
• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Create new recipes
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions

Experience and specialization

• Food specialties: Bakery goods and desserts

Additional information

• Security and safety: Criminal record check

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