Pastry Chef

The Wickaninnish Inn; Tofino; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead the day-to-day Pastry Department and support the savory kitchen, producing breads, patisserie, desserts and chocolates for The Pointe Restaurant, On The Rocks Bar, Driftwood Café and events. This role requires 3+ years in fine dining, Journeyman/Red Seal and Food Safe certification, leadership skills, and a passion for fresh ingredients.

You will manage scheduling, training, inventory, menu design and ensure Relais & Chateaux and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 Diamond/5 Diamond standards.
• Passion for craft and fresh ingredients.
• Proven leadership abilities and team player.
• Calm demeanor with urgency when required.
• Attention to detail with ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work all Pastry shifts.
• Familiar with current culinary trends and pastry techniques.
• Proficient in production and decoration of cakes, pastries, desserts and breads.
• Commitment to a 2-year position.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Pastry Department operations.
• Oversee menu planning, production and presentation for multiple outlets and events.
• Support savoury kitchen with pastry mise en place.
• Supervise staff: scheduling, training, mentoring, performance reviews.
• Liaise between restaurant leadership and pastry team.
• Handle pastry department ordering and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Creativity

Education

Journeyman/Red Seal Certification

Food Safe Certification

Job description

• Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

Join our Culinary team as our Pastry Chef, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Chateaux property also recognized as a Forbes, AAA 4-Diamond Resort and T&L World’s Best Hotel.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Pastry Department as well as supporting the savoury kitchen. Our Culinary philosophy is ingredient driven and utilizes a bounty of seasonal products. Our in-house Pastry Department is proud to produce and prepare such items as daily artisan breads, patisserie, viennoiserie, handmade chocolate, plated desserts, cheese plates, and other seasonal creations while maintaining the highest level of culinary excellence.

As a Pastry Chef you will:

• Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 & 5 Diamond Standards.
• Be true to Our Promise, meet and exceed the service philosophies and standards of the Inn.
• Participate in and oversee menu planning, production, and presentation of items for The Pointe Restaurant, On The Rocks Bar, Driftwood Café, Special Events, and in-room amenities.
• Support savoury kitchen with mise en place that involves baking and pastry techniques.
• Supervising team members including scheduling, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation.
• Be the liaison between The Pointe Restaurant Leadership Team and Pastry Team.
• Be responsible for ordering and inventory related to the Pastry Department.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Knowledge about, and capability to meet and exceed Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 Diamond standards
• Passion about their craft, love food, love fresh ingredients.
• Team player and proven leadership abilities.
• A calm demeanour but have a sense of urgency as required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and focus; you DO sweat the small stuff.
• The ability to thrive in a multi-tasking, fast paced working environment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Superb time management and organizational skills.
• The ability to work all Pastry shifts.
• The ability to be creative and innovative yet able to adjust style to suite guest’s specific needs and requests.
• Familiarity with current Culinary and F&B trends, innovations and techniques including but not limited to keeping your education and knowledge base relevant.
• A well-rounded skill set with proficiency in the production and decoration of cakes, pastries, desserts, and breads.
• Journeyman/Red Seal Certification an asset.
• Minimum 3 years in similar position/level in a fine dining establishment or similar experience.
• Valid Food Safe Certification.
• The ability to make a 2-year commitment to position.

Please include your portfolio with your application.

80,000.00

Other Perks/Benefits

A good relationship is built upon mutual and reciprocal appreciation. We value the time and experience you bring to your work; here are some of the benefits and privileges you’ll have access to alongside your experience at the Inn:https://www.wickinn.com/about-employment/