pastry chef
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Asset languages:
- Italian.
- Sicilian.
Work site environment:
- Noisy.
- Hot.
Work setting:
- Restaurant.
- Bar.
Ranks of chefs:
Pastry chef.
Tasks:
- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
- Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers.
- Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
- Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions.
- Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
- Leading/instructing individuals.
Supervision:
- 1 to 2 people.
- 3-4 people.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Work under pressure.
- Handling heavy loads.
- Physically demanding.
- Attention to detail.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Bending, crouching, kneeling.
Weight handling:
Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
Uniform.
Personal suitability:
- Dependability.
- Flexibility.
- Initiative.
- Organized.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
Screening questions:
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
Employment terms options:
- Early morning.
- Evening.
- Morning.
Experience:
5 years or more.
Employment terms options:
- Day.
- Weekend.
Support for newcomers and refugees:
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition.