Assistant / Apprentice Pastry Chef – The Ivy

The Ivy is a teahouse, bakery, and café built around elevated yet approachable experiences, from fresh morning pastries and artisan breads to elegant afternoon tea and beautifully crafted desserts.

We're looking for an Assistant / Apprentice Pastry Chef to join our pastry team.

Working directly with our Pastry Chef, you'll gain hands-on experience in a professional pastry kitchen while helping create the exceptional baked goods and desserts our guests have come to love. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to develop their skills, learn new techniques, and grow their career in pastry.

What You'll Be Doing
Assisting with the preparation of pastries, cakes, desserts, breads, and baked goods
Following recipes with consistency and attention to detail
Supporting daily pastry production and service preparation
Assisting with decorating cakes, desserts, and seasonal features
Maintaining a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen
Helping with inventory, ingredient preparation, and receiving deliveries
Learning production planning and effective kitchen organization
Contributing ideas while continuing to develop your pastry skills

What We're Looking For
Culinary or pastry school education,



or currently enrolled in an apprenticeship (preferred but not required)
Previous bakery or pastry experience is an asset but not essential
A genuine passion for baking and pastry arts
Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and accept feedback
Reliable, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Team-oriented with a robust work ethic
A desire to build a long-term career in pastry and hospitality

What We Offer
Mentorship from experienced pastry professionals
Hands-on training in cakes, desserts, viennoiserie, and artisan baking
Opportunities for growth and advancement
A supportive, collaborative, and creative work workplace
Competitive wages based on experience
Staff meals and employee discounts

If you're passionate about pastry and eager to continue learning in a professional kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

Join The Ivy and help create beautiful pastries and memorable experiences for every guest.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Pastry Chef Sherwood Park
🏢 The Ivy Tearoom & Bakery
📍 Sherwood Park