pastry chef

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced restaurant environment. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining high food quality standards, and creating innovative recipes for diverse clientele. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various cuisines, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. If you are passionate about food and enjoy leading a team, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic workplace where your culinary expertise will shine and contribute to memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Free parking available

Parking available

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a chef role with a focus on various cuisines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain food quality standards.
• Create new recipes and plan menus for special events.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Safe Food Handling certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

Work site environment

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

Work setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

• Chef

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Credentials

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• South Indian
• Kosher
• Lebanese
• European
• Vegetarian
• International

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Security and safety

• Medical exam

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

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available