Full Time Pastry Cook - Michelin Starred Fine Dining Restaurant - Akin

Company Description

aKin is a modern and innovative fine dining restaurant located in the heart of Toronto. Since opening to the public in November 2024, aKin has been awarded a Michelin Star and named to Air Canada’s enRoute Best New Restaurants 2025. Owned and operated by Eric Chong, the first winner of MasterChef Canada and recipient of the Michelin Guide Toronto 2025 Young Chef Award, together with his mentor, the Michelin-starred Chef Alvin Leung, aKin offers a unique culinary experience through a 10-course blind tasting menu. Our menu reimagines traditional Asian flavours with contemporary twists, creating dishes that are both bold and sophisticated.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuity sharing (cash tips distributed weekly)
• Training and development opportunities with direct mentorship from a Michelin-starred team
• Exposure to some of the world’s finest ingredients and modern cooking techniques, including sous-vide, fermentation, molecular applications, and precise plating practices
• Hands-on learning of classic Asian cuisines and traditions, with inspiration drawn from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong, China, and Vietnam
• The opportunity to be part of a Michelin-starred restaurant recognized as one of Canada’s Best New Restaurants

Job Description

At aKin, our Pastry Cooks demonstrate an inspired commitment to culinary excellence in all of their work. Their passion for food and dedication to delivering outstanding dishes are at the heart of what we do. Cleanliness and precision are paramount, and our cooks take pride in meeting guest expectations with every plate.

The Day to Day:

• Execute tasks as directed by the Pastry Chef
• Prepare bread & desserts daily for the tasting menu in accordance with aKin’s high standards
• Follow detailed recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications set by the restaurant
• Maintain an organized prep list of station duties
• Use the FIFO method to ensure maximum freshness
• Receive and store delivered items properly
• Maintain cleanliness in food prep areas, equipment, and utensils, adhering strictly to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as required or assigned

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of pastry experience in a high-paced, fine dining environment
• A pastry diploma/degree is an asset
• Bread making, cake decorating, piping skills & French pastry techniques
• Basic understanding of professional baking terms
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Food Handlers Certificate