Pastry Sous Chef

CedarCreek Estate Winery; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CedarCreek Estate Winery as a Pastry Sous Chef at the Home Block Restaurant, where you'll lead the pastry team and craft exceptional desserts in a vibrant setting. This role offers a salary of $51,000/year along with various benefits, emphasizing creativity and teamwork in a high-paced culinary environment.

Benefits

25% discount on food and beverages

Staff meal provided during shifts

Uniform provided

Ongoing training and wine education

Qualifications

• 5-6 years’ experience in a similar kitchen standard.
• Experience leading and managing a team of chefs.
• Solid pastry techniques and understanding of ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Manage the pastry station, ensuring standards set by Head Pastry Chef.
• Develop new dishes and maintain high pastry production.
• Contribute to guest culinary experiences and handle daily service.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Creativity in Pastry

Team Leadership

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Job description

Pastry Sous Chef

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Home Block Restaurant at CedarCreek Estate Winery, Kelowna, B.C.

What You Have

• 5-6 years’ experience in a similar standard of kitchen
• Experience leading and managing a team, including mentoring junior chefs
• Ability to maintain consistency in high-volume pastry production
• Self-starter with problem-solving skills, high standards, and team spirit
• Solid pastry techniques, good knowledge of ingredients and seasonality
• Passion for creativity in pastry and desserts, with awareness of industry trends and new techniques
• Ability to adapt menus and recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
• Positive work ethic and professional attitude
• A desire to work in a fast-paced, scratch-made kitchen
• Quick learner, capable of understanding, applying, and sharing knowledge effectively
• Open availability until October

What We Offer:

• Salary of $51,000/year, based on knowledge, skills, experience, and education + Gratuity
• 25% discount on food and beverages at Home Block
• 25% discount on Wine Shop purchases
• Good Find Referral Program
• Staff meal provided during shifts
• Uniform provided
• Work in a modern, open-concept restaurant
• Ongoing training and wine education
• Opportunities for menu and skill development
• Mentorship from passionate management
• Fun, dynamic work environment fostering friendships

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to an exceptional guest culinary experience
• Manage the pastry station for lunch and dinner, maintaining standards set by the Head Pastry Chef
• Plating and serving desserts and bread for the restaurant and events
• Develop new dishes regularly
• Perform daily mise en place and service to standards
• Work with a seasonal, locally-sourced menu
• Show willingness to learn, think ahead, and adapt
• Handle daily service with confidence, sometimes taking on roles outside your usual responsibilities

CedarCreek Estate Winery values sustainability, organic practices, and a connection to the land, producing vibrant wines that reflect the North Okanagan. Recognized as Winery of the Year at the 2022 WineAlign National Wine Awards, we take pride in our environment and community.

Home Block Restaurant:

Our restaurant is highly regarded in the valley, driven by our dedicated team and stunning venue. We operate in a fast-paced industry, emphasizing urgency, authenticity, humility, and storytelling through our food. Join us if you’re passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a winning team!