Dessert Chef

1 week ago

Unionville ON LR G, Canada Trio Pastry Cafe Full time $70,000 - $90,000 per year

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and imaginative Dessert Chef to lead the creation of memorable plated desserts for our [restaurant/hotel/catering concept]. Unlike a traditional pastry chef role, this position is focused exclusively on desserts — from elegant restaurant-style plates to innovative, modern sweet creations that elevate the dining experience.

Responsibilities

  • Design and prepare refined plated desserts for à la carte service, banquets, and special events.
  • Develop signature desserts that reflect creativity, seasonality, and balance of flavors.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef to ensure desserts complement the overall menu.
  • Experiment with techniques, textures, and presentations to produce unique dishes.
  • Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and visual presentation.
  • Manage ingredient sourcing, inventory, and ordering specific to desserts.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dessert station, adhering to food safety standards.
  • Stay current with dessert trends (e.g., molecular gastronomy, plant-based, reduced sugar) and apply them where appropriate.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Dessert Chef or in a similar role in fine dining, hotels, or high-end catering.
  • Strong knowledge of dessert techniques (custards, mousses, frozen desserts, plated sauces, garnishes, sugar/chocolate work).
  • Creativity in designing innovative flavor combinations and presentations.
  • Attention to detail and ability to execute desserts with consistency and precision.
  • Culinary training in pastry/desserts an asset, though equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Skills & Attributes

  • Exceptional palate and sense of flavor balance.
  • Artistic eye for plating and visual impact.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver excellence during service.
  • Passion for continuous learning and innovation in dessert-making.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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