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Nobu Hotel Toronto

Sushi Chef

Toronto, ON

CA$27/hr

Collaborate with other members of the culinary team, including sous chefs, line cooks, and pastry ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. * Must be legally eligible to ...

The Boulevard Club

Pastry Cook

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$22 - CA$24/hr

... Executive Chef & Kitchen Leadership team, the Part-Time Pastry Cook plays an important role in ... Ability to work early mornings and a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays ...

Hyatt

Cook 3 (Commis Pastry) Part Time

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$23.34 - CA$29.17/hr

Demonstrating skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, and pies. Creating ... weekends and evenings, and holidays Park Hyatt Toronto is dedicated to offering employment ...

Hyatt

Cook 3 Pastry (Commis) Full Time

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$23.34 - CA$29.17/hr

Demonstrating skill in baking pastries, desserts, cakes, cookies, sweets, and pies. Creating ... weekends and evenings, and holidays Park Hyatt Toronto is dedicated to offering employment ...

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Sous Chef - Marigolds & Onions

York, ON · On-site

CA$60K - CA$75K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations ... Will be scheduled for PM shifts during the week and in the mornings on weekends but must be able to ...

Restoration Hardware

Sous Chef

Toronto, ON · On-site

RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to play a key leadership role in our culinary ... Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

RH

Sous Chef

Toronto, ON · On-site

RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to play a key leadership role in our culinary ... Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Islington Golf Club

Jr. Sous Chef

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$48K - CA$53K/yr

Jr. Sous Chef We currently have an opportunity available for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team ... Schedule: -Fulltime -Flexible schedule -Days, evenings and weekends Perks & Benefits: * Competitive ...

Chop Steakhouse & Bar

Chef

Mississauga, ON · On-site

Chef Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes and leading a team in a fun and dynamic culinary environment? Are you a motivated individual who is enthusiastic about the culinary arts ...

Moxies

Chef

Pickering, ON · On-site

Chef Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes and leading a team in a dynamic culinary environment? Our restaurants are industry leaders in team development and offer unique opportunities ...

Moxies

Chef

Pickering, ON

Chef Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes and leading a team in a dynamic culinary environment? Our restaurants are industry leaders in team development and offer unique opportunities ...

Moxies

Sous Chef

Brampton, ON

Sous Chef Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Do you thrive in a dynamic team setting where your culinary skills can shine? If you are a highly ...

Moxies

Sous Chef

Brampton, ON

Sous Chef Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Do you thrive in a dynamic team setting where your culinary skills can shine? If you are a highly ...

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How much do weekend pastry chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend pastry chef in Toronto, ON is $21.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.68 and $26.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend pastry chef?

Weekend Pastry Chefs are culinary professionals who specialize in preparing and baking pastries, desserts, and baked goods, typically working during weekends. They may work in bakeries, hotels, restaurants, or catering services, handling tasks such as mixing dough, decorating cakes, and ensuring the quality and presentation of each pastry. Their schedules are often designed to meet higher customer demand during weekends, and they must balance efficiency with creativity to deliver a wide variety of sweet treats. Weekend Pastry Chefs also follow strict food safety standards and may be involved in menu planning and inventory management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend pastry chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Pastry Chef, you need strong pastry and baking skills, attention to detail, and typically a culinary degree or relevant experience in a commercial kitchen. Familiarity with bakery equipment, food safety certifications, and recipe management systems is often required. Creativity, time management, and teamwork are vital soft skills that help you excel in a busy kitchen environment. These abilities ensure the consistent production of high-quality pastries, efficient workflow, and excellent customer satisfaction during peak weekend hours.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend pastry chefs, and how can they be addressed?

Weekend pastry chefs often encounter fast-paced environments with condensed schedules, as a large volume of pastries must be prepared in a short timeframe for weekend service. Balancing quality and efficiency is crucial, so strong organizational skills and preparation are key. Collaborating closely with the kitchen team and maintaining clear communication helps ensure that production runs smoothly and any issues are addressed promptly. Adapting to fluctuating customer demand and being prepared for last-minute changes are also important aspects of the role.

How many hours does a weekend pastry chef work a day?

A weekend pastry chef typically works between 4 to 8 hours per day, often during morning or afternoon shifts to prepare baked goods for the weekend. The exact hours depend on the bakery's schedule and workload, and some may work longer shifts during busy periods or special events.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Pastry Chef job openings in Toronto, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,788 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Pastry Chef

La Rose Italian Bakery & Delicatessen

Milton, ON

CA$21/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • create daily offerings of cakes, pastries and cookies

  • contribute to generating new recipes and holiday specialty lineups

  • test new recipes, record instructions, and communicate changes to the team

Job description

Since 1982, La Rose Specialty Foods & Fine Italian Bakery (www.larosebakery.com (http://www.larosebakery.com/) ) in Milton has been serving our community and surrounding areas with freshly baked from scratch breads, pastries, cookies and cakes as well as offering full service deli counter, hot table for lunch, catering services, espresso bar, selection of cheeses from around the world, fresh produce and specialty grocery items. We are still family owned and operated and put our heart and soul into everything we do and create. We love what we do and all of our amazing customers. We are currently hiring a full-time Pastry Chef to join our team in Milton. Candidates must be available to work on the weekends and to start work at 6:00am. The range of pay starts at $21.00/hour (and may be more depending on level and years of experience). In this role, the successful candidate will have a passion for making delicious desserts and creating/testing new recipes. Your experience allows you to easily create cakes, pastries and cookies of all kinds, while adhering to health and safety standards to provide clients with the best possible serving. You are a leader and set the example by your own actions. People follow your directions happily and you clearly communicate recipes. You easily mentor the junior chefs on the team. You care about the final product you are providing to your customers. You care about the type of ingredients you use. You take great pride in your work. You are a dedicated team player, and work well with your team. You can inspire the people around you to achieve higher quality. Our Goal To provide exceptional desserts made from scratch, using high-quality ingredients, and presenting them beautifully to our customers.  Your Responsibilities: * create daily offerings of cakes, pastries and cookies * contribute to generating new recipes seasonally * contribute to creation of specialty lineups of offerings during various holidays * test new recipes and present to management * record new recipes and communicate the instructions to the team * test any recipe amendments; present test to management; record any approved recipe amendments and communicate the change to the team * contribute to the design final decor of product * maintain quality and freshness of all product offerings * ensure a safe and clean workspace * always work within health and safety requirements * guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently * be a team player in the production of baked goods, pastries, cakes, desserts, cookies, custom orders * ensure production is complete in a time-efficient manner * share knowledge with the team where applicable * be on time, enthusiastic and reliable Requirements: * previous experience as a pastry chef * experience in a team setting * experience in a bakery setting is a bonus * extensive baking/mixing/assembling knowledge * attention to detail and knowledge of various decorating techniques * experience working with cakes, individual pastries, cookies and chocolate * sound knowledge of recipe development * understands and can execute the testing process * education in pastry/culinary arts La Rose is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any accommodation to fully participate in our recruitment process, please let us know.  This role uses AI-assisted tools to support initial screening.