Pastry Cook

We are seeking a full-time Pastry Cook to join our team. Candidates must have an exceptional work ethic, be able to work independently as well as part of a team and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining organization and cleanliness. Pay starts at $17.60 and will adjust depending on candidate's capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastry according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists
• Be organized and able to follow guidelines and procedures to avoid food and time waste
• Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods.
• Ability to produce according to tight deadlines or fast-paced periods
• Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Culinary or Pastry Arts is a strong asset, or equivalent experience is an asset
• Previous experience making cakes and pastry on a commercial level is an asset
• Food Handler’s certification
• Must have a positive attitude and be willing to take on diverse duties as this company grows
• Must be able to multi-task
• Ability to work full time, Wednesday to Sunday 6.00/6.30am-2.30/3.00pm
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
• Ability to follow detailed written and/or verbal instructions, and a good level of communication in English both verbal and written
• Candidate must be able to lift 45lb/25kg autonomously and do any physical movement commonly expected for a commercial kitchen job such as standing for prolonged amounts of time, reaching with hands and arms, and stooping or kneeling.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $17.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Do you have a SIN number?
• Are you currently located in the GTA?
• Are you available to consistently work Tuesday to Saturday 6.00/6.30am - 2.30/3.00pm?

Experience:

• commercial baking: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person