Since opening our doors in 2009, Duchess Bakeshop has earned a reputation as one of Edmonton’s—and Canada’s—premier bakeries and patisseries. Known for our dedication to quality ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship, we are committed to delighting every guest who visits our bakeshop.

Our kitchen is comprised of passionate individuals from diverse culinary backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to excellence. At Duchess, teamwork, professionalism, and a positive spirit, creative are essential qualities that define our workplace culture.

We are currently seeking an experienced pastry chef to join our dedicated kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for producing and finishing a range of high-quality baked goods, including pastries, cakes, and tarts, while also assisting with daily prep work.

The ideal candidate is driven, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about honing their craft in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A strong interest in pastry technique, a commitment to cleanliness, and a deep sense of pride in your work are essential. At Duchess, all of our items are made from scratch using premium ingredients—care and precision are key to everything we do.

We are looking for individuals who embrace both the finer details and the highest standards, and who are inspired to be part of our mission: to bring joy and exceptional quality to our community and all who visit us.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Our talented bakery team members help in all aspects of our product creation process. Responsibilities include:

- Scaling recipes with care and precision
- Sheeting, shaping, and preparing doughs
- Building and finishing pastries and desserts
- Making from scratch jams, fillings, mousses, etc.
- Adhering to cleanliness and sanitization standards
- Monitoring equipment concerns and notifying management
- Performing daily inventory




- Using equipment and machinery in a safe and responsible manner
- Ability to perform some station tasks independently
- Ensuring the quality of products meet our standards (FIFO, tasting all products used, being aware of product dates)
- Working quickly and efficiently, multitasking when needed
- Maintaining a calm demeanor during periods of high volume
- Knowledge of general baking principals and understanding of techniques used in the kitchen

What we offer:

- Competitive pay scale plus tips
- Opportunities to learn and grow with us; training with our executive pastry team including future recipe development
- Benefits for Full-Time employees
- A consistent schedule
- A generous team member discount

About the position:

- Hours of work: Full-Time Position (30-40 hours a week) ; Part-time position (between 20 and 29 hours a week) with a consistent schedule. Weekend and holiday availability is required
- We are specifically looking to add to our Morning Open team, with regular work hours starting at 3 or 4am
- Location: Duchess Bakeshop (10718 124th St)

Essential Functions:

- Ability to lift and carry up to 44lbs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time (at least 8 hours)
- Availability for mornings, weekends and holidays

Qualifications & Experience:

- Prior experience working in a mid to high-volume bakery production
- 1+ years pastry experience
- Food Safety Certification an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Expectations:

- Calm and organized approach to work
- Sense of urgency
- Eager to be challenged
- Desire to help where needed and work as part of a team
- Passion for baking with a keen eye for freshness, quality, and cleanliness
- An appetite for learning (and delicious pastries, cakes, and confections)
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Take pride in what you do

Job Types: Full time, Part-time

Experience:

- Baking or Pastry: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Pastry Chef (Part-Time/Full-Time) (Edmonton)
🏢 Duchess Bake Shop
📍 Edmonton