Pastry Chef/Baker

Job Overview
We are looking for a Pastry Chef/Baker to join our culinary team! This team member will be confident in their craft and will not need to be taught the basics of pastry chef skills. The Pastry Chef/Baker needs to have formal pastry training OR equivalent experience, and should be skilled in viennoiserie, desserts including preparation of emulsions, fillings and creams. Importantly we need someone skilled in working with dairy-free substitutes to create visually appealing and delicious viennoiserie, pastry and bread.

We don't just bake; we craft quality products efficiently and need someone who brings speed, accuracy, and positive energy to the team.

On-site training will be provided to this person to gain additional required skills of milling and artisan breadmaking. No prior breadmaking experience is required. However a willingness and enthusiasm to add artisan breadmaking skills to your repertoire is required!

About Us

The Einkorn Shoppe is a newly opening artisan bakery in Oakville specializing in low-gluten Einkorn yeasted breads. The Shoppe offers menu items that include loaves, bagels, buns, muffins, cookies, tarts, and an array of viennoiserie. Key ingredients we use include exclusively Einkorn flour and dairy-free alternatives, as well as sourdough, non-refined sugars and natural sweeteners, with limited use of eggs.

Duties

• Prepare and bake a variety of bread, viennoiserie, pastry, and desserts according to established recipes and standards
• Create visually appealing and delicious viennoiserie, pastry and bread
• Ensure all baked goods meet quality and presentation standards before serving or packaging
• Assist in food preparation tasks related to bakery items, including sandwiches and prepared bakery cafe meals
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry station, adhering to food safety guidelines
• Package baked goods for retail, online orders or catering purposes with attention to detail
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely production and delivery of pastry items
• Follow all food handling and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Experience

• Pastry/culinary school training is highly preferred
• 1 to 3 years previous experience in a restaurant or bakery setting is highly preferred
• Skilled in viennoiserie, pastry, plant-based baking, food preparation (sandwiches) and pastry-making techniques
• Skilled in dairy-free emulsions such as mayo, fillings, jams, curd, caramel and pastry cream
• Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling procedures
• Experience with kitchen equipment used in baking and pastry arts
• Strong customer service skills are a plus, especially if interacting with guests or clients directly
• Familiarity with the food industry environment, including packaging and presentation of baked goods
• Chocolate-making skill is a bonus.

Attire: Contractors will be requested to use their own pastry uniform kit. This is expected to washed after every single shift.

Shift Timing: Casual contract work only. Anticipated shifts may include: 7AM to 5PM, Monday to Wednesday, 12PM to 5PM Sunday, and 7AM to 12pm Thursday. Additional shifts as required. No work Friday evenings or on Saturdays. Potential for future full-time/part-time roles.

Compensation: Based on experience/skill. Starting at $19/hr.

This position is ideal for individuals who understand that startup needs change quickly and are flexible to support the culinary and front counter team where needed. Even with casual hours this person is able to deliver high-quality work on time.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Application question(s):

• Are you confident, through formal training and experience, to prepare and bake a variety of viennoiserie, pastry and dessert?
• Have you worked with dairy-free substitutes such as vegan butters/creams/cheeses in baking?
• 3-part question: 1. Are you interested to receive artisan breadmaking training? 2. How versed are you in breadmaking already? (e.g. I already have breadmaking techniques or I have not made bread before). 3. Are you able to do repetitive tasks efficiently and timely that would be required for shaping bread? (Please note we do NOT require any previous bread experience, answer with what you have).

Work Location: In person