pastry chef

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Central food commissary
• Café
• Fast food

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Help patients develop healthy habits, break old habits and reshape their approach to wellness

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Dim Sum
• Vegetarian
• Gluten-free
• Mediterranean cuisine

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cereals, grains and pulses
• Eggs and dairy
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Additional information

Security and safety

• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers

Employment groups - Help

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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