Pastry Chef

3 days ago

Halifax, Canada Café du port Full time

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Pastry & Dessert Creation** - Develop, prepare, and present high-quality French pastries, desserts, and baked goods, including croissants, éclairs, tarts, macarons, and other signature items.
- **Recipe Development** - Innovate and refine recipes while maintaining the authenticity of classic French pastries.
- **Quality Control** - Ensure consistency in texture, taste, and presentation of all baked goods.
- **Kitchen Operations** - Manage baking schedules, monitor inventory, and oversee ingredient procurement to maintain freshness and efficiency.
- **Health & Safety Compliance** - Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
- **Team Collaboration** - Work closely with the Head Chef and café team to develop seasonal pastry offerings and ensure smooth service.
- **Customer Experience** - Engage with café management to understand customer preferences and introduce new pastry selections accordingly.

**Requirements**:

- **Proven Experience** - Minimum of **3+ years** as a pastry chef, specializing in French patisserie.
- **French Pastry Expertise** - Strong skills in traditional and modern French baking techniques, including laminated doughs, choux pastry, and delicate dessert plating.
- **Creativity & Passion** - A deep love for pastry arts and a desire to create visually stunning and delicious baked goods.
- **Attention to Detail** - Precision in measurements, techniques, and presentation.
- **Organizational Skills** - Ability to manage time efficiently and handle multiple orders in a fast-paced environment.
- **Language Skills** - Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is **preferred**.

**Why Join Us?**
- Be part of a **new and exciting French café** in the heart of Halifax.
- Opportunity to showcase **your pastry skills** and contribute creatively to our menu.
- Competitive salary with growth opportunities.

Pay: $17.00-$18.50 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay
- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Pastry chef: 3 years (required)

**Location**:

- Halifax, NS (required)

Work Location: In person

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