Pastry Cook

Operating and managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the managers and founders to ensure a successful working environment.
Preparing ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment.
Production of pastries, specifically desserts, by following a set recipe.
Developing new recipes for seasonal menus.
Decorating pastries and desserts to ensure a beautiful and tasteful presentation.
Monitoring the stock of baking ingredients.
Ordering new supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section, when needed, and within budget.
Supervising and training staff members, when needed.
Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes
Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently
Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards
Requirements:
Preferably college graduate or has 2 or more years of experience working within the food industry as a pastry cook or chef.
Post-secondary training at a culinary institution is a plus.
Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or relevant field is also a plus.
Working knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process.
Creative ability with artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts.
Keen and Great attention to detail and creativity.
In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition.
Flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings, when necessary.
Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment.
Willingness to replenish professional knowledge
Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarfree etc.)
Organizing and leadership skills
In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
A portfolio of applicable outputs.