pastry chef

Additional Information

• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Pastry chef

Tasks

• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Cuisine specialties

• Italian cuisine

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week