pastry chef

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization is seeking a Pastry Chef in Toronto, Ontario. The role involves estimating food costs, supervising kitchen staff, and creating new recipes. Candidates must have a college-level education and 2-3 years of experience. This position requires on-site work without remote options and offers benefits like free parking.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Experience with bakery goods and desserts.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Create new recipes and supervise kitchen staff.
• Consult with clients regarding specialty functions.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

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

Work site environment

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

Work setting

• Café
• Bakery

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

• Bakery goods and desserts

Additional information

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

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Free parking available