Pastry Chef - The Wickaninnish Inn

Wickaninnish Inn; Tofino; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Dental Benefits

Group Insurance Benefits

Life Insurance Benefits

RRSP Benefits

Vision Care Benefits

Hotel/Restaurant discounts

Job summary

Wickaninnish Inn on Vancouver Island’s west coast is seeking a Pastry Chef to lead our in-house pastry operations. You will manage daily pastry activities, collaborate with The Pointe Restaurant, On The Rocks Bar, and Driftwood Café, and mentor a culinary team to deliver seasonal, artisanal pastries and desserts.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 3 years in fine dining pastry, Journeyman/Red Seal and Food Safe certifications, and a passion for high-quality ingredients and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Experience meeting Relais & Chateaux and AAA 4 Diamond standards.
• Crafts pastries, breads, desserts with seasonal ingredients.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage pastry operations.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work all pastry shifts and maintain high culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Pastry Department and support the savoury kitchen.
• Plan, produce, and present items for The Pointe Restaurant, On The Rocks Bar, Driftwood Café, events, and in-room amenities.
• Lead scheduling, training, mentoring, and performance evaluations of pastry staff.
• Coordinate with Restaurant Leadership and Pastry teams for consistency and quality.
• Manage ordering and inventory related to the Pastry Department.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and cost control.

Skills

Relais & Châteaux standards

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Pastry production

Creativity & innovation

Fresh ingredients

Education

Journeyman/Red Seal Certification

Food Safe Certification

Job description

Company Description

We are a family-owned Relais & Châteaux property located on the stunning West Coast of Vancouver Island and have been creating world-renowned guest experiences since we opened in 1996.

While situated in one of the most beautiful places in the world, the success of the Wickaninnish Inn is based on our visionary leadership, the spirit of our people, and the unwavering passion of our teams. Together we deliver the highest service standards in an engaging and supportive work environment.

Discover why working at the Wickaninnish Inn will transform your career and give you an opportunity to explore the Pacific Northwest.

Wickaninnish Inn Careers

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

The Wickaninnish Inn is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. We aim to hire the best candidate for the position based on their qualifications and merit in terms of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. They will have:

• 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.

Salary/Wage

$80,000 annually.

Benefits

• Gratuities
• Dental Benefits
• Group Insurance Benefits
• Life Insurance Benefits
• RRSP Benefits
• Vision Care Benefits
• Other Benefits (Hotel/Restaurant discounts, recreation discounts, free parking)

Additional Information

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: Employment Benefits