Pastry Chef

1 Hotels; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel is seeking a passionate Pastry Chef to lead their pastry team in Toronto. The role involves creating seasonal desserts, overseeing menu development, and ensuring quality execution while fostering a positive kitchen culture. The ideal candidate will have extensive pastry experience and a culinary degree, with opportunities for personal and career growth within a thriving, nature-driven environment.

Benefits

Health & Wellness - Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Personal Days

Career Advancement Opportunities

Professional Development through SH University

Team Member Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a pastry leadership role.
• Experience in a luxury setting.
• Must have an updated Food Handlers Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee menu development and production quality.
• Lead and inspire the pastry team while maintaining standards.
• Maintain high quality in execution and presentation.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Team leadership

Menu planning

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

Job description

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We’re currently seeking a passionate and experienced Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team and program here at 1 Hotel Toronto. In this role, you’ll oversee the creation of seasonal, elevated desserts and baked goods using thoughtfully sourced ingredients. You’ll be responsible for menu development, production quality, team leadership, and maintaining high standards in execution and presentation across all pastry offerings.

Inside Tip: Creativity, precision, and a leadership mindset are the key ingredients to thriving in this role.

About you...

• A great passion about pastry, baking, and culinary innovation, with at least 3–5 years of experiencein a pastry leadership role.
• Experience in a luxury setting is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of both modern and classical pastry techniques.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and train a pastry team while maintaining a positive and productive kitchen culture.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail, especially in high-volume and fine dining environments.
• Skilled in menu planning, ordering, inventory, and cost control.
• Flexible and available to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training in pastry arts is preferred.
• Must have an updated Food Handlers Certificate.

About us…

Our culture is caring and thoughtful, and we deliver good-natured and informed service, perfectly executed to evoke a sense of fulfillment and well-being. As a part of our team, you can look forward to activities and perks that drive your passion for nature such as:

• Designed by Nature work environment
• Health & Wellness - Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision, and EAP program Retirement Planning
• Paid Personal Days
• Career Advancement: Were growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities (around the globe)!
• SH University - Offers eligible team members a chance to grow and flourish from obtaining professional development and courses/certifications through our exclusive online learning educational platform.
• Team Member Recognition program - Earn rewards and pay it forward, while doing all the good you can!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Other

• Industries

  Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Hotels and Motels

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