Overview

Languages

English

Education

- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
- Baking and pastry arts/baker/pastry chef
- Culinary arts/chef training

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

- Bake shop
- Café

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Prepare dough for pies, bread, rolls and sweet goods, batters for muffins, cookies and cakes and icings and frostings according to recipes or special customer orders
- Prepare pastry for special occasions, such as weddings and birthdays
- Bake mixed dough and batters
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Prepare special orders
- Frost and decorate cakes and baked goods
- Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
- Inspect kitchen and food service areas
- Organize and maintain inventory
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Experience and specialization





Food specialties

- Desserts and pastries
- Wedding and specialty cakes
- Cake decorating
- Chocolate

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

- Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Attention to detail
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Handling heavy loads
- Manual dexterity
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Standing for extended periods
- Tight deadlines
- Work under pressure

Own tools/equipment

- Food products
- Uniform

Personal suitability

- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Patience

Benefits

Health advantages

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits

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