Pastry Cook – Sofia Yorkville

Location: Toronto, ON

Company: INK Entertainment Group

About INK Entertainment

Operating since 1982, INK Entertainment is a powerhouse in lifestyle, hospitality, and entertainment. We create culture-defining experiences across acclaimed dining destinations (Sofia, Amal, Akira Back, Daphne), luxury nightlife (REBEL, Cabana, DPRTMNT), major festivals (VELD). We work hard, innovate constantly, and offer unmatched career mobility for people who bring passion to the table.

Your Future Is With Us

Are you a detail-oriented, passionate baker or pastry enthusiast driven by authentic Italian dolci, artisanal preparations, and fine-dining dessert plating? This is an exciting opportunity to join our back-of-house team as a Pastry Cook at Sofia Yorkville, our acclaimed fine dining destination; where we bring Italian traditions to life in a dramatic, exquisitely designed setting.

About Sofia YorkvilleLocated in the heart of Yorkville, Sofia combines authentic Italian culinary traditions with modern flair and world-class fine art. Designed to stimulate appetites, conversations, and lasting memories, Sofia offers a vibrant backdrop across its main dining room, cocktail lounge, and airy outdoor terrace. From our sunlit patio to high-energy evening service, our team thrives on precision, warmth, and delivering flawless hospitality.The Role

As a Pastry Cook at Sofia Yorkville, you will assist the Pastry leadership and senior culinary team in preparing, assembling, and plating all pastry items. Working with precision and artistic care, you will prepare doughs, batters, creams, gelatos, and garnishes, execute daily station prep lists, and plate desserts flawlessly during busy lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and private dining services.

What You’ll Do

- Prepare Scratch Pastry & Dolci: Measure, mix, bake,



and cook Italian pastry components, gelatos, sorbettos, creams, doughs, and cakes following exact Sofia recipes and yield standards.
- Plate Desserts During Service: Assemble and plate refined Italian desserts with speed, accuracy, and artistic flair to meet exact visual and quality standards during service pushes.
- Manage Station Prep & Inventory: Maintain a clear, prioritized daily prep list; organize cold and dry pastry storage using strict First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory controls to minimize waste.
- Maintain Health & Sanitation Standards: Keep the pastry work station clean, organized, and hygienic at all times; strictly adhere to WHMIS, public health regulations, and Food Handler guidelines.
- Support Kitchen Brigade: Complete opening and closing station checklists; assist line cooks or prep teams during high-volume prep periods as needed.

What We’re Looking For

- Pastry Experience: 1+ years of pastry or baking experience in an upscale restaurant, high-volume bakery, or hotel kitchen environment (formal pastry education, Italian dolci experience, or culinary certificate is considered a strong asset).
- Technical Technique: Solid understanding of foundational pastry techniques, gelato making, dough handling, dessert assembly, knife skills, and recipe scaling.
- Attention to Detail & Composure: Strong organizational skills, keen eye for visual presentation, and the ability to work cleanly and efficiently under pressure.
- Physical Capabilities & Schedule:



Ability to stand and move for prolonged periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and commit to a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be available to work on weekends.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Global Career Pathways & Mobility: Cross-training opportunities across Amal and other INK Entertainment venues, with room to grow into leadership roles locally and globally.
- Flexible Scheduling: Full time or part-time opportunities available across day, evening, night, and weekend shifts.
- Perks & Discounts: Dining discounts across all INK Entertainment venues, early event access.
- Culture & Mentorship: Direct guidance from leading chefs, structured skill development, and a supportive team environment.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt INK Entertainment, we believe great experiences are created by diverse teams and unique perspectives. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today!

Pay: $17.60-$28.67 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Pastry Cook – Sofia Yorkville (Old Toronto)
🏢 Ink Entertainment
📍 Old Toronto