Pastry Sous Chef

Location : Home Block Restaurant at CedarCreek Estate Winery, Kelowna, B.C.

We want to hear from you! Apply on our website today at www.cedarcreek.bc.ca / Work-With-Us

What You Have

• 5-6 years’ experience in a similar standard of kitchen
• Experience leading and managing a team, including mentoring junior chefs.
• Ability to maintain consistency in high-volume pastry production.
• Be a self-starter, problem-solving skills, have high standards of your own and be a team player
• Solid pastry techniques and skills, good knowledge of ingredients and seasonality
• Passion for creativity in pastry and desserts with the ability to stay updated on industry trends and implement new techniques.
• Ability to adjust menus and recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Positive work ethic and professional attitude
• A real desire to work in a fast-paced kitchen that makes everything from scratch
• Quick learner, able to comprehend, incorporate & impart knowledge effectively
• Open availability until October

What We Offer :

• Salary is $51,000 / year, determined by job-related knowledge, skills, experience and education + Gratuity
• 25% off food and beverage at Home Block
• 25% off Wine Shop purchases
• Good Find Referral Program
• Staff meal provided while on shift
• Uniform provided
• Work in a brand new, modern, functional, and open floor plan restaurant
• Ongoing training in your job and dedicated wine education
• Be a part of a kitchen team where the menu and your culinary knowledge / skills are always developing
• Mentorship from a passionate and enthusiastic management team
• A fun and exciting working environment where you’ll make friends for life

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to an exceptional culinary experience for all guests
• Be responsible for the pastry station for lunch and dinner services, keeping to the standards set by the Head Pastry Chef
• Plating and serving desserts and bread for the restaurant and events
• Create new dishes frequently
• Execute daily station mise en place and service to the standards set by Head Pastry Chef
• Work in a kitchen with a daily changing, seasonal menu that utilizes the best of local ingredients and suppliers
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, be forward-thinking and adaptable
• Adapt to the unique service each day brings with a sense of confidence and excitement, sometimes this means performing roles outside your job description