Alforno is expanding its pastry team and seeking individuals who are passionate about creating freshly baked pastries. The team collaborates to ensure high-quality baked goods and desserts meet guest demands.

Joining

Alforno means working alongside industry leaders in the Teatro Group, known for exceptional dining experiences.

The Pastry

Chef de Partie is responsible for preparing, producing, and presenting high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods while maintaining company standards for food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and food safety.

The Pastry

Chef de Partie works under the Pastry Sous Chef and Pastry Chef, aiming for consistent, high-calibre food presentation.

Eligibility: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. At this time, we are not offering immigration sponsorship.

What are the duties to perform:

- Train and support junior pastry team members when needed
- Demonstrated creativity in food
- Sound knowledge of the preparation of baked goods and desserts
- Ability to operate all kitchen appliances (ovens, induction cooktops, gas burners, steamers, propane torches, mixers, sheeters, etc)
- Receive, store, and organize food supplies in storage areas
- Innovative, detail-oriented, quality-conscious
- Alforno Bakery & Cafe is a special place for bread, pastry, and coffee lovers passionate about creating a bigger meaning and culture behind the Alforno brand

What will you bring to the team:
- Positive Attitude! and unique attributes and skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication




- A minimum of 2 years of pastry experience in a similar environment
- A diploma or degree in Pastry & Baking Culinary Arts or an equivalent field is an asset
- A valid Food Safety Certificate is required to ensure safety and quality standards
- Self-starter, versatile, multitasking
- Extensive food handling and sanitation knowledge
- Self-motivated, positive, professional
- Recognizes and follows foodservice trends

We welcome applicants with transferable kitchen experience and culinary graduates who are ready to develop their baking skills. Perks of working with the Teatro Group:
- Employee discounts at Teatro Ristorante, Cucina, EAT, Alforno and Alforno Cafes
- Training and development to build your skills and explore career opportunities within Teatro Group
- Employee recognition: peer nominations through our quarterly recognition program, with a recognition prize for Employee of the Quarter winners
- Group benefits that support your wellbeing: Eligible hourly employees working at least 25 hours per week, who complete the three-month probationary period and meet plan requirements, can access dental, vision, extended health coverage, including an additional $2,000 in mental health coverage, subject to plan terms.
- The opportunity to contribute to Alforno’s next chapter in Canmore

Our commitment to craft and technique spans Teatro Group's 30-year history. Since 1993, Teatro Group has been a proud cornerstone of Calgary's vibrant service and culinary fabric!

📌 Pastry Chef de Partie - Alforno Bakery & Café (Calgary)
🏢 Teatro Group
📍 Calgary