Job Description
We
are looking to grow our team and engage a highly motivated and passionate
Pastry Chef who will work closely with the team to drive and deliver on
the Fairmont promise, turning moments into memories.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Executive
Chef to curate, plan and supervise all stages of the food at all banquet
events in a cost-effective, safe manner to meet as well as exceed customer
expectations and attract future business.
- Lead a small brigade of pastry
chefs, who you will coach, mentor train, develop, empower, coach and
counsel, resolve problems, provide open communication, recommend
discipline, as appropriate.
- Work closely with banquets team
to prepare destination offerings for pastry weddings and themed
events
- Assist in creation and planning
of menus and implement changes to continue to attract business
- Supervise the daily production of
food for all the catered events; control food and labour costs, ensure
preparation, plating and presentation standards are maintained, the
appropriate quantity of food is prepared and safety standards and
regulations are followed to provide top quality food.
- Display leadership, training and
mentorship to the pastry team
- Provide training and development
for culinary team members
- Preparing quality pastry items
such as: breakfast breads and pastries, desserts, sorbets, creams,
ganache, amenities, displays, and centerpieces, as well as creating
memorable guest requests
Qualifications
- University degree preferable in
Hospitality or Culinary management
- Minimum 4 years of relevant
experience in a luxurious property
- Preferably previous experience in
a similar role
- Strong experience in Pastry &
Bakery
- Creative mind
- Creative and passionate about
food and customer service
- Able to work in a high-pressure
environment
- Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills; a team
- Hands-on management style with
ability to prioritize and lead through example
- Excellent organizational and
communication skills
How To Apply