pastry chef

Education:

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

Work site environment:

• Outdoors.
• Hot.
• Non-smoking.

Work setting:

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

Ranks of chefs:

Pastry chef.

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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Food Safety Certificate.

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.

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.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Night.
• Day.
• Weekend.

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 .