pastry chef

Government of Canada - Western; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government entity in Sherwood Park is looking for a skilled culinary professional to supervise kitchen staff, maintain food records, and create new recipes. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of experience in the culinary field. You will be responsible for preparing meals for events and instructing staff on cooking techniques. This on-site position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in culinary roles is required.
• Experience with bakery goods and desserts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs and inventory.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff.
• Create new recipes for culinary services.
• Instruct cooks on food preparation and presentation.
• Prepare and cook meals for events and special guests.
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure quality cooking.
• Requisition kitchen supplies as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Supervision skills

Recipe creation

Culinary techniques

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

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

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants

Experience and specialization

• Bakery goods and desserts