pastry chef

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Cuisine specialties

• French
• Greek
• Italian cuisine
• Spanish

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 hours per week