Tapas Restaurant jobs in Toronto, ON

The Distillery Restaurants Corp., creators of Cluny Bistro, El Catrin, Pure Spirits Oyster House & Grill, Madrina Bar y Tapas, Distillery Events and Distillery Festivals are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Restaurant Pastry Cook who loves desserts, takes pride in their craft and wants to contribute to a high-achieving and delicious French restaurant. The ideal candidate not only understands that exceptional food is at the heart of hospitality but that they are an ambassador to Toronto's unique food and beverage culture.

Please note: You must already have legal permission to work in Canada to be considered for these roles. This position is for an existing, open vacancy, and a human (not AI) will be selecting resumes for interview.

What you’ll experience with The DRC:

• $20.00 - $24.00 per hour (depending on experience), plus tips.
• In-house dining perks
• A dynamic culture that encourages and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit
• Bold and lively work environment
• CAREER GROWTH! Learn under the guidance of the DRC’s Executive Chef team led by Chef Tim Miles (Culinary Director).
• CONTESTS! Greatest Dish Challenge: A monthly cooking competition open to all DRC cooks with a $250 CASH prize. This is also a great opportunity to challenge yourself and have a panel of DRC Executive Chefs to try your food.
• TRIPS! Yes, you read that right – field trips! Selected employees get the chance to visit artisan food producers, cooking demos, farms and suppliers to educate and inspire.
• GOLDEN TICKETS! AKA more cool prizes awarded to team players that are recognized for their outstanding work ethic.

What you must already know how to do:

• Following recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications as set out by our Executive Chef.
• Preparing many sweet treats! For example, crème anglaise, ice creams, sorbets, crème brûlée, croquembouche, cookies, petits fours.
• Portioning nougatine, sponge cakes and glaze cakes.
• On the savoury side, making flat breads, lavash and saltines.
• Maintaining a clean and organized station, equipment and utensils, while strictly adhering to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines.
• Following FIFO (first in, first out) method to maximize freshness of ingredients.
• Moving food products and supplies between outlets.
• Reporting any equipment/utensil malfunctions/deficiencies to Chef on duty.
• Working largely unsupervised, and independently.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• EXPERIENCE. You have at least five (5) years of professional pastry experience. You have done all of the things listed above at some point, and you are confident that you can produce these items to a high standard.
• EDUCATION/TRAINING. You’ve graduated with a Pastry program degree/diploma/certificate.
• DRIVE. You have a strong internal drive and happily work independently to meet deadlines without a lot of supervision. You're happy working with chefs, however, you can easily manage your own work.
• ADAPTABILITY. You thrive in a fast-paced, everchanging environment (and a weekend schedule).
• PERSONALITY. You’re humble coupled with a good sense of humour and would list 'communication' as one of your strengths.

The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and welcome candidates with disabilities to apply for job opportunities with us. Please note that accommodations throughout each stage of the DRC’s recruitment process are available upon request.

The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process where candidates are respected, supported and valued. The DRC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please note that accommodations during every part of the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.

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