Position: Pastry Chef

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours/week)

Work Setting: Central food commissary, café, fast-food environment (multi-location)

Basic Requirements

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Experience: 3–5 years of relevant culinary/pastry experience

Language: English

Certifications: Food Safety Certificate

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to kitchen staff

Develop and create new recipes, with a focus on bakery goods, desserts, and specialty items

Instruct cooks in food preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation

Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets

Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff (1–2 people)

Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods (including dim sum, vegetarian, gluten-free, and Mediterranean cuisine)

Requisition food and kitchen supplies, and maintain inventory

Plan menus and ensure all food meets quality and safety standards

Provide guidance to help customers/patients develop healthy eating habits and wellness-focused approaches

Adhere to all food safety and sanitation protocols

Work Conditions

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Extended periods of standing

Work in a hot, non-smoking, multi-location environment (outdoor/indoor mix)

Requires high attention to detail

Physical stamina and ability to work rotating shifts (morning, day, night, weekends)

Who Can Apply

You can apply if you are:

A Canadian citizen

A permanent resident (PR) of Canada

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