Pastry Chef

Work setting Restaurant Remote location Fast food outlet or concession Responsibilities Tasks Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies Inspect kitchens and food service areas Order supplies and equipment Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment Clean kitchen and work areas Organize and manage buffets and banquets Manage kitchen operations Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties East Indian West Indian

Location:  9006 Commercial Street, New Minas, Nova Scotia, B4N 3E2 Job duties: -        Plan, direct, coordinate daily activities of food preparation in the kitchen. -        Give clear instructions to kitchen staff on preparing and garnishing food materials. -        Manage stocks of food and order food from suppliers. -        Cook authentic Chinese cuisine dishes. -        Establish controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft. -        Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items. -        Safeguard all food preparation by implementing training to increase kitchen staff’s knowledge about safety, sanitation and accident prevention principles. -        Develop standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation. -        Plan new menus and create new recipes. -        Establish and maintain a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment. -        Interview, select, train, supervise and coach kitchen staff.   Key Competencies: -        Excellent knowledge in Chinese ingredients and sauces. -        Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in Chinese cuisine cooking. -        Capable of delegating multiple tasks. -        Ability to communicate effectively and build good relations with team members. -        Leadership skills and good time management skills. -        High school graduated or equivalent. Work hours:       40 - 48 hours a week Benefits:              5 days paid personal days / sick leave; meals provided while on shifts / gratuities

pastry chef Verified Posted on ------- by Employer detailsRocky Mountain Chocolate Job detailsLocation5284 Still Creek AvenueBurnaby, BCV5C 4E4Workplace informationOn siteSalary28.00 hourly / 40 hours per WeekTerms of employmentPermanent employmentFull timeMorning, Night, Overtime, ShiftStarts as soon as possibleBenefits: Health benefits, Other benefitsvacancies1 vacancySourceJob Bank #3274434OverviewLanguagesEnglishEducationSecondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experienceExperience2 years to less than 3 yearsOn site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.Work site environmentNon-smokingWork settingBakeryRanks of chefsPastry chefResponsibilitiesTasksEstimate amount and costs of supplies and food itemsMaintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventoryAnalyze operating costs and other dataSupervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workersCreate new recipesInstruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of foodPrepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquetsSupervise cooks and other kitchen staffPrepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functionsPrepare and cook meals or specialty foodsRequisition food and kitchen suppliesPlan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurantsPlan menus and ensure food meets quality standardsSupervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooksTrain staff in preparation, cooking and handling of foodSupervision11-15 peopleCredentialsCertificates, licences, memberships, and courses Cook Trade CertificationFood Safety CertificateExperience and specializationFood specialtiesBakery goods and dessertsChocolateAdditional informationSecurity and safetyMedical examCriminal record checkWork conditions and physical capabilitiesFast-paced environmentWork under pressureAttention to detailPersonal suitabilityFlexibilityInitiativeOrganizedTeam playerBenefitsHealth benefitsHealth care planOther benefitsOther benefitsEmployment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:Support for persons with disabilitiesSupport for newcomers and refugeesSupport for youthsSupport for Indigenous peopleSupport for mature workersSupports for visible minoritiesWho can apply for this job?The employer accepts applications from:Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canadaother candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permitHow to applyDirect ApplyBy Direct ApplyBy mail5284 Still Creek AvenueBurnaby, BCV5C 4E4Advertised untilTo be determined