Pastry Cook

Job Description

We are currently hiring Pastry Cooks and Production Bakers for our Maple Ridge, Langley and Fort Langley locations. Must be able to work early mornings (5:00am/6:00am). The ideal candidate is a team player who works well under pressure in a dynamic and fast paced environment. You will have the opportunity to learn from an experienced kitchen team and a master Pastry Chef. Create exceptional food with the best ingredients.

Candidates must have pastry school education or a minimum of 3 years in the industry working in a similar position.

Position Requirements:

Knowledge of pastry making dessert finishing
Knowledge of dessert production
Math skills for count offs and measurements
3 years experience in a similar position
Written and Spoken fluency in English

Required Characteristics:

A pleasant, energetic and cheerful disposition.
Team-oriented, motivated, clean and organized.
Able to adapt in difficult situations and handle pressure.
Can complete detail-oriented work in a skilled and timely manner.
Has an eagerness and capacity to learn.
Able to follow Blacksmith Bakery recipes exactly as they are taught to you.
Can be relied upon to complete complicated tasks.
Exceptional communication skills in both written and spoken English.
Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy and somewhat stressful environment while working.
Willing to perform tasks such as cleaning and garbage handling.

Education and Experience:

Pastry education or applicable training required.
Enrolment or completion of the RED SEAL certification program through ITA an asset.
Level 1 Food Safe, Safe Food Handling or BASICS.fst Food Handler Certificate. and Level 2 Food Safe.

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs safely and must be able to stand for long periods of time. Able to work in warm conditions around equipment that generate heat.

Other:

Available to work early mornings, weekends, holidays as necessary.

Requirements: