Bakers Assistant

**Key Job Responsibilities**:

- Prepare, present, store, and oversee the production of all baked goods and desserts of Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre including, but not limited to, cakes, chocolates, pies, tarts, cookies, souffleacutes, truffles, breads, buns, baguettes, muffins, etc. according to the standards of Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre.
- Prepare and review catering contracts to establish prep lists in the absence of Pastry Chef
- Prepare menu items as established by Pastry Chef
- Cooking pastries and baked goods as required by catering, restaurant and kiosk
- Prepare VIP welcome plates for rooms division
- Preparing for and attending to our weekly chocolate buffet and Sunday brunch.
- Ensure the proper use of scales and measurements in all recipes, portioning, and food production by both yourself and the staff under your direct supervision.
- Ensure consistent food preparation and the highest caliber of food presentation, taking advantage of all opportunities to improve upon both.
- Maintain product consistency by regularly conducting inspections of portions, and the appearance of food items.
- Assist with monthly inventories and maintain food cost budget.
- Ensure cleanliness and hygiene is maintained in the various kitchen areas including refrigerators and storerooms and that food products are rotated to ensure high standards of freshness. Ensure refrigerators and storerooms are organized and maintained in the various kitchen areas on a daily basis and that all food products are stored in accordance with provincial regulations.
- Aid in the transportation of all food products, to be sure it is arranged and presented up to the standards set by the Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
- Provide ongoing input to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef for creating, developing, and recommending recipes and menus.
- Aid the Pastry Chef in ordering and inventory of food products for the preparation and operation of an efficiently run kitchen.
- Ensure food is stored in appropriate containers and labelled; minimizing waste and maximizing quality.
- Aid in maintaining department objectives and to ensure they are met and exceeded.
- Strive to advance your knowledge, skills and abilities and consistently share these with others.
- Strive to uphold a safe working environment and be Health and Safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining and improving a safe work environment. Ensuring maintenance requests, incident reports and incident investigations are submitted.
- Advise the Chef of opportunities to increase food revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising our guests' satisfaction.
- Ensure daily menu specials are cost effective and are of high standards in quality and presentation.
- Complete and submit to the Sous Chef, and Maintenance Manager a copy of any Maintenance Request Forms to have required equipment repaired or serviced.
- Complete and submit to the Sous Chef a copy of the requisition for any nonfood supplies and/or alcohol for the kitchen in the absence of Pastry Chef.
- In the absence of Pastry Chef, attend pre-shift meetings with the Sous Chef and Executive Chef to review all information pertinent to the day's business.
- Follow proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention.
- Adhere to all Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre Guidelines, Policies, Rules and Regulations.
- Adhere to all regulations including infection control, use of hazardous materials and fire safety.

Pay: $13.00-$14.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings
- Morning shift
- Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay
- Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Baking: 1 year (preferred)