Company Overview The Pastry / Line Cook is an important member of the Inn On Prince culinary team, responsible for preparing high-quality food and baked goods while maintaining consistent standards of quality, presentation, cleanliness, and food safety.

Job Overview

This position will support both the pastry and line operations of the kitchen. Duties may include preparing breakfast and dessert items, baking and decorating pastries, preparing ingredients, cooking menu items to order, assisting with banquet and catering functions, and maintaining an organized and sanitary workstation.

Responsibilities

- Prepare and bake pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked goods according to established recipes and standards.
- Prepare ingredients and mise en place for daily kitchen operations.
- Prepare and cook menu items consistently and efficiently during service.
- Assist with breakfast, banquet, catering, and restaurant food preparation as required.
- Maintain proper portion control, food quality, presentation, and timing.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
- Properly store, label, date, and rotate food products using FIFO procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.
- Monitor food quality and freshness and report any concerns to the Chef.
- Assist with receiving, stocking, and proper storage of food deliveries when required.




- Work cooperatively with other kitchen and Food & Beverage team members.
- Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, work areas, and common kitchen spaces.
- Help minimize food waste through proper preparation, storage, and portion control.
- Support special events, weddings, conferences, and other catering functions.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or management.

Qualifications

- Previous experience in a professional kitchen is an asset.
- Pastry, baking, or line-cook experience is preferred.
- Culinary education or training is an asset but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in food quality and presentation.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen.
- Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and food-safety standards.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift and handle kitchen supplies and equipment.
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by hotel operations.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Comfortable working in hot kitchen environments

Job Type: Part time

Benefits

- On-site gym
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Pastry / Line Cook (Truro)
🏢 Inn On Prince Hotel u0026 Conference Centre Truro
📍 Truro