Job Description

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Menu & Recipe Development:

• Design and create seasonal dessert menus featuring a variety of pastries, cakes, tarts, ice creams, chocolates, and confections.

• Ensure that menu offerings accommodate dietary restrictions and guest preferences.

• Source high-quality ingredients from reputable suppliers to develop innovative menu items that maintain stability for travel and display cases.

• Research and experiment with new pastry techniques and international influences (e.g., French, Japanese, Indian), ensuring compliance with cost limitations.

• Secure executive chef approval for special equipment and ingredient purchases.

Team Leadership & Kitchen Management:

• Participate in the hiring, training, and supervision of pastry chefs to uphold the high standards set by the Executive Pastry Chef.

• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure all equipment is properly maintained.

• Foster a positive work environment and ensure staff adheres to timely production schedules.

Quality Control & Cost Management:

• Conduct regular quality inspections to maintain the highest standards of product excellence and compliance with food safety regulations.

• Monitor inventory levels and control costs by identifying opportunities for optimization.

Production & Presentation:

• Oversee daily pastry production for operations, special events, and catering needs.

• Develop creative plating techniques to enhance the visual appeal of desserts.

Collaboration & Staff Development:

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and culinary team to integrate desserts seamlessly into the overall dining experience.

• Conduct regular staff training sessions on new recipes, techniques, and sanitation practices.

• Manage staff scheduling to ensure full coverage, including handling shift changes due to illness and proper compensation.

Guest Engagement:

• Interact with guests to gather feedback and address any concerns related to desserts.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Completion of secondary education in pastry certification with 3-5 years of experience in a similar pastry shop setting.

• Valid driver’s license required – occasional delivery driving may be necessary.

• Legal eligibility to work in Canada – sponsorship through the LMIA program may be available for the right candidate.

• Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and professionalism.

• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and nights.

• Clean legal record with no prior charges or engagements with law enforcement in Canada or internationally.

• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

• Eligibility for benefits after 3 months of probation.

• Performance-based bonuses for candidates who demonstrate profit generation and exceed job expectations.

• Relocation assistance may be provided.

• Potential buy-in opportunities for candidates demonstrating long-term commitment and growth within the company.

Join Their Award-Winning Team!

They take pride in delivering exceptional desserts and chocolates across Western Canada. If you are a dedicated and innovative Pastry Chef looking to contribute to a growing brand with an outstanding reputation, they invite you to apply and become part of their esteemed team.

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