Pastry Cook

The Boulevard Club•Toronto, ON

8d•CA$22 - CA$24•Onsite

About The Position

The Boulevard Club is seeking a passionate Pastry Cook to join their culinary team. This part-time position plays a crucial role in supporting the Club’s culinary operations and delivering an exceptional dining experience. The Pastry Cook will be responsible for preparing and baking a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods according to established menu specifications and quality standards. Key duties include assisting with daily mise en place and production, maintaining a clean and organized pastry section, supporting opening and closing duties, managing pastry inventory, and ensuring all food preparation and storage practices meet sanitation and safety standards. The Club is recognized for its positive and inclusive environment, being a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years and receiving multiple Best Place to Work awards.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, Hospitality, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Minimum 2 years of previous experience in a similar culinary or pastry environment.
Valid Food Handler Certification required.
Understanding of various cooking and baking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
Knowledge of health, food safety, and sanitation standards.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Ability to work early mornings and a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as operationally required.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to speak, read, and write effectively.
Dependable, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a culinary team.

Nice To Haves

Private club experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for service, ensuring adherence to menu specifications and quality standards.
Execute, guide, and assist in the preparation and organization of pastry mise en place and production.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation, ensuring proper handling and storage of leftover items.
Open and/or close the pastry section as scheduled, ensuring the station is properly set up, cleaned, and organized.
Follow nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Stock pastry inventory appropriately and ensure ingredients are stored correctly.
Perform other related culinary duties as required.