Bakery Chef

A Bakery Chef, also known as a Pastry Chef, is responsible for creating and preparing a wide variety of baked goods, including bread, pastries, cakes, and desserts, while also managing the pastry section of a kitchen. They are involved in menu planning, recipe development, quality control, and staff supervision, ensuring that all baked goods meet high standards of taste, presentation, and safety. Key Responsibilities:

• Baking and Preparation:Creating and preparing a wide range of baked goods, including breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts, following traditional and modern recipes.
• Menu Development:Developing new recipes and seasonal menu items, and suggesting new items to engage customers.
• Quality Control:Ensuring consistency and quality in all baked goods, including taste, appearance, and texture.
• Decorating and Presentation:Decorating pastries and desserts with icings, toppings, and other embellishments to enhance their visual appeal.
• Inventory Management:Monitoring inventory levels of baking ingredients and supplies, and placing orders as needed.
• Kitchen Management:Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations, and supervising junior staff.
• Staff Training and Supervision:Training and mentoring junior chefs and apprentices, passing on knowledge and techniques.
• Customer Interaction:Meeting with customers to discuss custom-made desserts for special occasions.
• Staying Updated:Keeping up-to-date with the latest food trends and industry developments.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Culinary Training:Post-secondary training at a culinary institution, or a certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, or baking.
• Experience:Relevant experience working as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or in a similar role.
• Baking Skills:Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry-making processes, and various baking methods.
• Creativity:Creative ability and artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts.
• Attention to Detail:Keen attention to detail in all aspects of baking, from recipe execution to presentation.
• Food Safety Knowledge:In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition.
• Leadership and Communication:Ability to lead and motivate a team, and communicate effectively with colleagues and customers.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus

Work Location: In person