Pastry Chef

Mazahr is a full dine-in, licensed Lebanese restaurant in the heart of Vancouver. We specialize in and serve authentic traditional Lebanese dishes with genuine hospitality.

We are a popular neighborhood restaurant known for making fresh food, always using fresh ingredients to come up with flavorful dishes.

We are looking to add an independent Lebanese pastry section by hiring a Pastry chef who can contribute to more richness in our menu.

Examples of Lebanese pastries : Baklava, Maamoul (Lebanese butter cookies), Kunafa, Baba Rom, Cheabiyat, fatayer, manakish, sfeeha, Ashta, Arabic ice-cream etc.

We thank in advance all applicants for their interest. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Responsibilities :

Include but not limited to :

• Operating and Managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the cooks for a successful working environment
• Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, and breads according to recipes and quality standards
• Ensure proper food handling and packaging to maintain freshness and quality
• Creating pastries, and baked goods, by following a set recipe.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to coordinate pastry production with overall menu offerings
• Monitoring and maintaining the stock of baking ingredients and order supplies as needed.
• Ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations.
• Supervising and training staff members, when needed.

Skills and Qualifications

Include but not limited to :

• 5+ years of experience in commercial pastry making
• High level of creativity, and a portfolio to show your work.
• High management and organization skills
• Efficiency in communicating and facilitating work flow
• Strong knowledge of Lebanese pastry techniques and flavours
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and consistently produce high-quality pastries
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a collaborative kitchen setting
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Responsible for pastry menu costs and pricing and ensuring a profitable business operation.

Location : Mazahr Lebanese Kitchen,1488W 11th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6H1L1

Job type : Full time, permanent

Weekend, morning and evening shifts.

Weekly hours : 32-38

Wage : 28.85$ / hour

Tip pool sharing as per restaurant policy

Benefits :

• Extended Health coverage
• 2Free meal on shift
• Tip pool sharing
• Discounted meals at the restaurant

If you meet these criteria and are interested in applying to this position, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]