Job Overview We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and passionate Pastry Chef who can also assist our Head Chef with daily breakfast preparation and kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience preparing traditional Middle Eastern and Arabic pastries, particularly authentic baklawa, as well as knowledge of traditional Arabic breakfast dishes. This is a versatile kitchen position requiring someone who is comfortable working in both the pastry and breakfast sections of the kitchen. The successful candidate will take pride in preparing high-quality food, maintaining traditional flavours, and ensuring consistency in presentation and taste. Duties Pastry & Bakery Preparation
- Prepare authentic Arabic and Middle Eastern pastries, sweets, and desserts.
- Make traditional baklawa from scratch using phyllo dough, pistachios, walnuts, cashews, and other fillings.
- Prepare and bake different varieties, shapes, and styles of baklawa.
- Prepare traditional sugar syrups, fillings, and pastry mixtures.
- Prepare other Arabic sweets and baked goods as required.
- Ensure consistency in flavour, texture, freshness, and presentation.
- Manage pastry preparation, baking schedules, and product storage.
- Maintain an organized and clean pastry preparation area. Breakfast Preparation & Kitchen Assistance
- Assist the Head Chef with daily Arabic and Middle Eastern breakfast preparation.
- Prepare traditional breakfast dishes such as foul medames, hummus, falafel, labneh, manakeesh, fatayer, shakshuka, and assorted breakfast platters.
- Assist with preparing eggs, vegetables, dips, spreads, and other breakfast ingredients.




- Help with food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation.
- Ensure breakfast orders are prepared efficiently and consistently.
- Assist the Head Chef during busy breakfast service periods.
- Help maintain proper food portions and quality standards. Duties
- 60%: Arabic pastries, baklawa, and sweets.
- 40%: Assisting the Head Chef with breakfast preparation and service. Kitchen Operations & Food Safety
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and pastry preparation areas.
- Follow proper food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
- Ensure ingredients are properly stored, labelled, and rotated.
- Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate supply needs to management.
- Minimize food waste and maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties.
- Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and other kitchen staff. Experience
- Previous professional experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or Arabic Sweets Chef.
- Demonstrated experience preparing traditional baklawa and Middle Eastern pastries.
- Knowledge of traditional Arabic and Middle Eastern breakfast cuisine.
- Ability to work in both pastry preparation and general kitchen operations.
- Robust understanding of baking techniques, ingredients, and food preparation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. Starting Date: End of November 2026 Pay: From $22.00 per hour Work

Location:
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📌 Pastry Chef (Vaughan)
🏢 Baklawa King
📍 Vaughan