About us

Vancouver’s Premier Culinary Education Training Centre

Welcome to Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts. Founded in 1997 and conveniently located at Granville Island, we are one of Canada’s oldest, private, award-winning culinary institutes offering professional diploma programs in the Culinary Arts and the Baking & Pastry Arts. Apart from our qualified programs we also teach cooking classes to home chefs and wine certification programs featuring the prestigious Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) from London, England.

We are also known for our popular on-site Blue Hat Bakery-Café which’s frequented by locals and visitors alike.

We are looking to hire a Baking & Pastry Chef Instructor to assist us with our current journey as we grow, expand and take advantage of the opportunities in front of us. If you’re interested in positive teamwork, growth, inspiration, and good food, this may be the right opportunity for you.

Position, Baking and Pastry Chef Instructor (Monday to Friday)

This position reports to the Baking and Pastry Arts Chef Lead. The main responsibilities include delivering instruction of relevant and current curriculum using a variety of teaching methods and standardized assessment tools in our student-focused kitchens.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

- Adhere to guidelines for lectures, demonstrations as per program curriculum outline
- Assist in improving curriculum and prepare teaching materials as well as provide feedback for curriculum improvement
- Prepare, administer, and mark papers, tests, exams, and other assessments to monitor and evaluate students’ progress. Provides detailed feedback on student performance
- Preform lectures and in class instruction as per the curriculum




- Ensure preparedness of required instructional supplies and tests for each days class
- Instruct and enforce classroom clean up and sanitation procedures
- Measures student understanding of course content in an objective fashion
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, academic achievement, and performance progress in accordance with school policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Flexibility in schedule required as business needs dictate

Applicants must possess the following:

- Demonstrated recent work experience of at least 5 years of diverse industry experience in baking & pastry arts. Culinary/line experience an asset, as well as International education and/or experience
- Certificate or Diploma education in baking & pastry arts
- Thorough and advanced knowledge of classic and modern pastry and baking techniques
- Strong communication skills, patience and ability to lead a dynamic group of people through daily kitchen and classroom operations in a supervisory role
- A valid BC drivers license
- Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts is unable to assist/sponsor candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization for this position

Extra Assets applicants can possess:

- Bakers’ Trade Qualification (Red Seal) or equivalent an asset
- Management experience in bakery, pastry or café setting
- Instructors Diploma Program
- Teaching Experience

If you feel you can meet these responsibilities and qualifications; please apply now. We are looking for a passionate person who would like to lead and grow with our organization. We Spread Happiness To The World, Through Food!

Food Is Our Passion!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Extended health care

Experience:
- Baking and Pastry Chef: 7 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Baking and Pastry Chef Instructor (Vancouver)
🏢 Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts
📍 Vancouver