Pastry Chef - Coastal British Columbia

Frontier Recruitment; Victoria; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Gratuities

Benefits

RRSP match

Professional development funding

Dining discount

Job summary

Frontier Recruitment has partnered with a luxury coastal British Columbia resort to recruit a Pastry Chef. You will lead the Pastry Department, overseeing bread, viennoiserie, patisserie, chocolates, and seasonal desserts while guiding a talented culinary team.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years at a similar level, strong creative pastry abilities, and a commitment to high standards and seasonal ingredients in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience at a similar level within fine dining or a comparable high-end culinary environment.
• Strong pastry, dessert, cake and bread production skills.
• Creative, innovative and passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of current culinary and F&B trends and techniques.
• Journeyman/Red Seal Certification would be an asset.
• Valid Food Safe Certification.
• Ability to commit to the position for 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Pastry Department, producing artisan breads, viennoiserie, patisserie, chocolates, plated desserts and seasonal creations.
• Support the wider culinary operation and collaborate with the team.
• Handle menu planning, production and presentation responsibilities.
• Provide team leadership, scheduling, training, mentoring, ordering and inventory control.

Skills

Pastry production

Dessert production

Bread production

Team leadership

Education

Journeyman/Red Seal

Job description

Salary: $80,000 CAD + accommodation assistance + gratuities + benefits

We’re looking for a talented Pastry Chef to join the culinary team of a beautiful luxury resort in Coastal British Columbia.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative pastry professional who loves working with exceptional seasonal ingredients and takes genuine pride in their craft.

You’ll lead the day-to-day operations of the Pastry Department, producing everything from artisan breads and viennoiserie to patisserie, handmade chocolates, plated desserts and seasonal creations, while also supporting the wider culinary operation.

The role includes menu planning, production and presentation, alongside team leadership, scheduling, training, mentoring, ordering and inventory. We’re looking for someone who is equally comfortable leading a team and getting hands-on in the kitchen.

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum 3 years' experience at a similar level within fine dining or a comparable high-end culinary environment
• Strong pastry, dessert, cake and bread production skills
• Creative, innovative and passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of current culinary and F&B trends and techniques
• Journeyman/Red Seal Certification would be an asset
• Valid Food Safe Certification
• Ability to commit to the position for 2 years
• Salary $80,000
• Gratuities
• Accommodation (offered to candidate only, no family housing available)
• Extended health & dental benefits
• RRSP contribution matching program
• Professional development funding and training opportunities
• 50% dining discount for up to 4 people

Please note: Applicants must already have the legal right to work in Canada. Unfortunately, work permit/visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Thank you for your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.