Pastry Cook

Compass Group Canada; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Career opportunities

Health benefits

Mental health resources

Employment Assistance Program

Diversity and ERGs

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a skilled baker to produce breads, pastries and desserts following approved recipes and production sheets. You will assist with planning, maintain quality, and help ensure safe, sanitary kitchen operations.

The role requires reliability, flexible hours, strong communication, and teamwork to support high-volume production in a fast-paced setting. Training and career growth opportunities are available within a leading food and support services company.

Qualifications

• Professional baking certificate or equivalent combination of education and baking experience is an asset.
• Reliability and ability to work flexible hours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with initiative and with minimal supervision.
• Able to operate effectively as part of a team in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies and other pastries as necessary per production and catering sheets.
• Assist with production planning to meet daily requirements.
• Ensure proper food preparation by using approved recipes and standards.
• Complete production records including waste tracking and shortages.
• Ensure proper presentation, quality, portion control and serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies and workspace.
• Handle food items safely during preparation and service.
• Clean equipment and workstation after use and keep displays clean.
• Keep up with peak production and service calmly and efficiently.
• Ensure food is served and displayed per standards and safety guidelines.

Skills

Reliability

Communication

Team player

Initiative

Fast-paced

Flexibility

Education

Professional baking certificate

Job description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies and other pastries as necessary per the
  provided production and catering sheets and assist in production planning to
  meet daily requirements.


• Ensure proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following
  prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment.


• Assist with the completion of production records to include waste tracking,
  used/unused portions and product shortages and inform supervisor when
  supplies are low.


• Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of
  proper serving temperatures.


• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils
  within work area.


• Handle food items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind
  during preparation and service.


• Clean equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other
  assignments and keep display equipment clean and free of debris.


• Consistently exhibit the ability to keep up with peak production and service
  calmly, accurately and efficiently.


• Check to ensure that all food is presented, served and displayed per
  standards.


• Follow principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment,
  ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed.

Qualifications

• Professional baking certificate from an accredited institution, or an
  equivalent combination of education and baking experience is an asset.


• Reliability and ability to work flexible hours.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to adhere to policies and procedures.


• Ability to work with initiative and with minimal supervision.


• Able to operate effectively as part of a team in a fast paced environment.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

What’s in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great
  Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company,
  Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired
  Companies.


• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and
  support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career
  opportunities for all our associates.


• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests
  has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to
  ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to
  keep our guests safe.


• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health,
  vision, and dental care coverage.


• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being
  initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and
  the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical,
  spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance
  Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources,
  and information.


• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and
  communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re
  committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected,
  supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee
  Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural
  awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams –
  strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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