Pastry Chef - Coastal British Columbia
- Victoria, BC, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Minimum 3 years' experience at a similar level within fine dining or a comparable high-end culinary environment
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Pastry Chef - Coastal British Columbia
Salary: $80,000 CAD + accommodation assistance + gratuities + benefits
We’re looking for a talented Pastry Chef to join the culinary team of a beautiful luxury resort in Coastal British Columbia.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative pastry professional who loves working with exceptional seasonal ingredients and takes genuine pride in their craft.
You’ll lead the day-to-day operations of the Pastry Department, producing everything from artisan breads and viennoiserie to patisserie, handmade chocolates, plated desserts and seasonal creations, while also supporting the wider culinary operation.
The role includes menu planning, production and presentation, alongside team leadership, scheduling, training, mentoring, ordering and inventory. We’re looking for someone who is equally comfortable leading a team and getting hands-on in the kitchen.
What we’re looking for:
- Minimum 3 years' experience at a similar level within fine dining or a comparable high-end culinary environment
- Strong pastry, dessert, cake and bread production skills
- Creative, innovative and passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Proven leadership abilities
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Knowledge of current culinary and F&B trends and techniques
- Journeyman/Red Seal Certification would be an asset
- Valid Food Safe Certification
- Ability to commit to the position for 2 years
Benefits & Perks:
- Salary $80,000
- Gratuities
- Accommodation (offered to candidate only, no family housing available)
- Extended health & dental benefits
- RRSP contribution matching program
- Professional development funding and training opportunities
- 50% dining discount for up to 4 people
If you’re a passionate pastry professional looking for your next move and love the idea of combining serious culinary standards with an incredible West Coast lifestyle, I’d love to hear from you.
Please note: Applicants must already have the legal right to work in Canada. Unfortunately, work permit/visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Thank you for your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day operations of the Pastry Department, producing artisan breads, viennoiserie, patisserie, handmade chocolates, plated desserts, and seasonal creations while supporting the wider culinary operation. Plan menus and oversee production and presentation, team leadership, scheduling, training, mentoring, ordering, and inventory.
Requirements
Applicants need at least three years of experience at a similar level in fine dining or a comparable high-end culinary environment, along with strong pastry, dessert, cake, and bread production skills. The role also requires leadership, creativity, attention to detail, organization, time management, Food Safe Certification, and a two-year commitment; Journeyman or Red Seal Certification is an asset.
Skills
- Pastry Production
- Dessert Production
- Cake Production
- Bread Production
- Menu Planning
- Team Leadership
- Scheduling
- Training and Mentoring
- Ordering and Inventory Management
- Food Presentation
- Seasonal Ingredient Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Organization
- Time Management
- Knowledge of Culinary and Food and Beverage Trends
Benefits
- Gratuities
- Accommodation Assistance
- Extended Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- RRSP Contribution Matching
- Professional Development Funding
- Training Opportunities
- Dining Discount
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Pastry Chef
- Luxury Resort
- Pastry Department
- Fine Dining
- Artisan Bread
- Viennoiserie
- Patisserie
- Handmade Chocolates
- Plated Desserts
- Seasonal Ingredients
- Menu Planning
- Production
- Presentation
- Team Leadership
- Scheduling
- Training
- Mentoring
- Ordering
- Inventory Management
- Food Safe Certification
- Journeyman Certification
- Red Seal Certification
- Culinary Trends
- Food and Beverage Trends
- Gratuities
- Accommodation Assistance
- Extended Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- RRSP Matching
- Professional Development