Pastry Chef / Cake Decorator —

Location: Etobicoke, ON

Position Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years

About Us

Montesanto Bakery is a family-rooted Italian bakery known for its traditional flavours, modern presentation, and exceptional hospitality. We offer artisanal bread, pastries, cakes, deli items, and hot table dishes—crafted fresh daily with passion and precision.

We are seeking a skilled Pastry Chef / Cake Decorator with strong Italian pastry knowledge and a creative eye for contemporary cake design to join our growing team.

Key ResponsibilitiesPastry Production & Italian Specialties

- Prepare, bake, and finish a wide range of Italian pastries including (but not limited to):

amaretti, zeppole, cannoli, biscotti, sfogliatelle, and holiday specialties.

- Maintain consistency in taste, texture, and presentation while upholding traditional Italian techniques.
- Assist in developing seasonal pastry menus and special event offerings.

Cake Decorating & Custom Cake Design

- Design, bake, level, fill, frost, and decorate cakes with a high level of artistry.
- Create custom cakes across styles: modern, traditional Italian, buttercream, and tiered designs.
- Collaborate with clients and the team to bring creative cake concepts to life.
- Maintain a strong portfolio showcasing creative and innovative cake work.

Kitchen Operations

- Ensure daily production is completed efficiently and meets quality standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized,



and food-safe workspace in compliance with health regulations.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
- Operate and maintain baking equipment with care and safety.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Minimum 5 years of experience as a pastry chef, cake decorator, or similar professional baking role.
- Strong working knowledge of Italian pastries and desserts (amaretti, zeppole, etc.).
- Proven creative background in cake decorating, demonstrated through photos or portfolio.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
- Solid organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holiday seasons as needed.
- Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with bakery production planning or scaling recipes.
- Familiarity with Italian bakery traditions and seasonal specialties.
- Knowledge of current cake trends and up-to-date decorating techniques.

Why Join Us

- Opportunity to work in a respected, established Italian bakery.
- Creative freedom to develop new pastries and cake designs.
- Supportive and family-focused work environment.
- Growth opportunities as our bakery expands.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Benefits

- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Experience:
- Pastry : 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Pastry Chef / Cake Decorator (Etobicoke)
🏢 Montesanto Bakery
📍 Etobicoke