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Scotiabank Saddledome

Pastry Chef

Calgary, AB

This is an opportunity to work with award winning chefs with Michelin star experience with a ... apprenticeship program, with all round knowledge of the kitchen operation; * High School Diploma or ...

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Pastry Chef

Scotiabank Saddledome

Calgary, AB

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with daily baking, pastry preparation, and food preparations for the Saddleroom Grill.

  • Ensure proper storage, handling, and use of food inventories while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

  • Communicate with kitchen staff and follow instructions from supervisors and executive chef.

Job description

At Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, we deliver excitement. Our mission is to be the heartbeat of our community by creating connections, building champions, and winning, together.  If you’d like to join a team that’s people-first, diverse, innovative, and energized about delivering extraordinary fan experiences to our guests, then we’d love to sign you to a player's contract! Join us to be part of the last year at the Saddledome and be part of transition to Scotia Place!

What We Offer 

  • Parking pass when working;
  • Opportunity for growth and development;
  • Advanced scheduling;
  • Discount at Flames store;
  • Service and recognition awards;
  • Be a part of your favorite sporting and entertainment events in the city.

THE POSITION

The Pastry Cook is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations of the kitchen team including food preparations for the Saddleroom Grill. The role requires a strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards and protocols as this role will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment. The Pastry cook will have the ability to put help with menu development as the menu changes every week. This is an opportunity to work with award winning chefs with Michelin star experience with a frequently changing menu. Free meal every shift included.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

  • Daily Baking, Pastry, Preparation in the saddleroom grill
  • Prepare hot plates, cold plates, sauces, pastries, bread, ice cream and other desserts.
  • Ensure proper storage, handling, and use of food inventories;
  • Maintain a high standard of safety and sanitation as governed by standards and protocols;
  • Communicate with kitchen staff, cooks, sous chefs, and the executive chef;
  • Follow instructions as directed by supervisors, sous chefs, and the executive chef;
  • Attend any buffets, events when necessary
  • Actively participate in safety programs and follow polices;
  • Other duties as assigned. 

THE INDIVIDUAL

The ideal candidate will have the following background: 

  • 5+ years restaurant or hotel pastry experience required;
  • 3-5 Years Hotel/Restaurant experience as a 1st cook or completion of a culinary apprenticeship program, with all round knowledge of the kitchen operation;
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required;
  • Culinary Education Trade papers;
  • Food Safety & Sanitation Certificate;
  • Valid Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification;
  • Related work experience;
  • Leadership experience;
  • High attention to detail and strong ability to maintain an organized kitchen;
  • A positive attitude and eye for detail and appearance

Please note, this position is based on the event schedule in a fast paced environment, with emphasis on evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays. Shift lengths vary, and require flexible working times.  

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

CSEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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