Pastry Chef
Pastry Chef
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$ 50000 - 55000
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Job Description
Over forty years ago Mission Hill Family Estate was founded with a visionary dream: to transform the Okanagan Valley into a globally celebrated wine region. Through a relentless pursuit of excellence and a deep respect for the land we have crafted wines that rival the worlds best including Canadas first 100point red wine. Guided by a commitment to sustainability and bold innovation our mission is to put the Okanagan Valley on the world stage cementing Mission Hill Family Estate as an enduring icon in the global wine community.
Our Culture:
Our culture is driven by passion innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence. As a familyowned business we empower every team member to make an impact. Our team are bold thinkers with entrepreneurial spirits who embrace challenges strive to set new benchmarks and take ownership in everything they do. Collaboration authenticity and a shared love for creating worldclass experiences define how we work together to achieve extraordinary results.
Who We Are:
We are passionate about what we do and fully committed to making a meaningful impact. Its this drive that has led us to achieve remarkable milestones. As we continue this exciting adventure we invite you to help shape the next chapter of our story. Together we are building a legacy in the wine industry that will stand the test of time and were only just begun.
Your Culinary Journey:
At Mission Hill Family Estate our culinary program is dedicated to the sourcing and promotion of local sustainable seasonal food. Our Cuisine du Terroir approach lends itself to a lighthanded manner of preparation that respects the character of the ingredient and where it is sourced. Our varietal and herb gardens are steps away from our kitchens and we educate and encourage our team members to explore foraging opportunities that lay at our doorstep.
We strive to ensure our team acquires the knowledge and appreciation of the valley and the winery needed to surpass our guests expectations. Each team member will have the opportunity to hone their culinary skills and develop professional relationships that will last a lifetime while working with our accomplished and celebrated culinary team.
The Life of our Pastry Chef:
- Assist and contribute to continuous development of culinary staff whenever necessary
- Contribute to menus and daily offerings including the restaurants and large private events as well as other required culinary needs
- Cost menu items and conduct monthly inventory
- Ensure the pastry kitchen and cooler/freezer is kept in a clean and hygienic state
- Order and receive ingredients proper storage and rotation of ingredients
- Collaborating with other properties to create and produce specialized pastry items tailored to their needs.
- Demonstrated experience in pastry arts including breads plated desserts with a strong understanding of seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
- Ability to design and execute innovative pastry menus that complement the winerys offerings ensuring highquality presentation and flavor profiles.
- Oversee daily pastry production with a hands on approach ensuring consistency efficiency and adherence to elevated hospitality standards while managing inventory and minimizing waste.
- Work closely with the culinary team frontofhouse staff and winery management to align pastry offerings with wine pairings events and guest experiences.
- Maintain the highest levels of cleanliness organization and food safety upholding the winerys commitment to excellence and sustainability.
Do you have what it takes
- 35 years experience in a senior pastry role
- Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience CDP or higher
- Excellent technical knowledge of contemporary pastry dessert and baking styles
- Ability to cost menu items and conduct monthly inventory
- Current Food Safe certification (or equivalent)
- Flexible scheduling working days evenings and weekends required
- Second language considered an asset
Why Join Us
Mission Hill is committed to hiring engaging and growing qualified talented and motivated team members at every level of our organization. We offer competitive compensation that recognizes individual and company performance. Thetypical hiring range for this positionis $50000 $55000 annually complemented by a bonus plan; the base pay is determined by market location and jobrelated knowledge skills experience and education.
As part of our Total Rewards program we are also proud to offer:
- Access to companymatched RRSP contributions
- Extended health and dental benefits and mental health planswith 24/7 access to care and support for you and your family
- Maternity & Adoption Leave Top Up and Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave
- Paid time off
- Training and development to build a fulfilling career
- Discounts at the Terrace Restaurant Events and at our Boutique on gifts and wine
- Free tastings for you and your guests
We want to hear from you! Apply on our website today: www.missionhillwinery/WorkWithUs/
Employment Type
Full-Time
