pastry chef

Summary of Position:

The Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing the daily culinary operations of Aura Restaurant + Waterfront Patio, Inn Room Dining, Duo Café Bakery, and banqueting. The Pastry Chef works with and under the direction of the Head Chef, with a focus on the pastry and dessert program. The Pastry Chef assists in the supervision of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, cost and implement items for Duo Café Bakery, seasonal dessert menus for Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio, and desserts for banquets, that showcase creativity, technique, while maintaining approachability
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu planning, features, and special events

• Demonstrated proficiency in wedding cake design, preparation, decoration and finishing is required.
• Commitment to consistency, creativity, and guest satisfaction

• Conducts ordering, inventory and scheduling for the pastry shop
• Train, mentor, and supervise colleagues, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment

• Work together with the Head Chef and other leaders in maintaining proper inventory controls of food, supplies and equipment
• Assist in achieving financial and operational targets both food cost and labour cost control

• Ensure performance management of culinary colleagues is conducted in a timely and consistent manner
• Communicate effectively with all colleagues and leaders

• Ensure all colleagues adhere to Inn at Laurel Point?s Health and Safety Policy and BC Food Safe Standards
• Support all Health, Safety & Wellness requirements and initiatives throughout the hotel

• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner
• Comply with all company policies and procedures as outlined

• Attend BEO meetings, pre-con meetings, wedding tastings and any other departmental and interdepartmental meetings as necessary
• Assist in conducting colleague meetings

• Develop kitchen colleagues to their fullest potential in a calm, compassionate and effective manner
• Any other duties deemed necessary to fulfill the role

Job Requirements:

• Red Seal Certification or equivalent, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership pastry role
• Proven leadership and managerial skills supporting an environment of colleague growth & development and interdepartmental teamwork

• Strong technical foundation in classical and contemporary pastry, baking, and dessert production
• Creative, with a demonstrated ability to contribute to a refined and seasonal menu program

• Current on pastry trends and active in the furthering of his/her culinary development
• Must have valid Food Safe Certification

• First Aid Level 1, WHMIS and Food Safe Level 2 an asset
• Sound working knowledge of Windows XP, MS office, Excel, and Outlook

• Knowledge of all related kitchen positions
• Understanding of Front of the House operations and functions

• Must be able to lift 30lbs on a regular basis
• Flexible availability for shift work including early mornings and late nights

• Must be fully available to work weekdays, all weekends and all statutory holidays
• Understands the importance of creating a fun and rewarding work environment

• Must be able to embrace the 4 core values of the Inn at Laurel Point: *Excellence, Respect, Curiosity and Stewardship *

Reports To: Head Chef

Closing Date: Please submit your application as soon as possible as applications are reviewed daily

Apply Now! Please email your resume to careers@laurelpoint.com. For more information, please visit our Careers page at www.laurelpoint.com/careers

What?s in it for you?

• Competitive Wages
• A fun & friendly workplace culture that embraces diversity

• Cross-training opportunities to grow your skills
• Best staff meal in town and by the way, it?s free!

• Complimentary parking on non-restricted days during the off-season
• Comprehensive benefits package

• Colleague of the month recognition program
• BBQs on our stunning Terrace patio, free themed