Pastry Sous Chef

Pastry Sous Chef
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Home Block Restaurant at CedarCreek Estate Winery, Kelowna, B.C.

What You Have

• 5-6 years’ experience in a similar standard of kitchen
• Experience leading and managing a team, including mentoring junior chefs.
• Ability to maintain consistency in high-volume pastry production.
• Be a self-starter, problem solving skills, have high standards of your own and be a team player
• Solid Pastry techniques and skills, good knowledge of ingredients and seasonality
• Passion for creativity in pastry and desserts with the ability to stay updated on industry trends and implement new techniques.
• Ability to adjust menus and recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive work ethic and professional attitude
• Current “Food Safe” certification (or equivalent)
• A real desire to work in a fast-paced kitchen that makes everything from scratch
• Quick learner, able to comprehend, incorporate & impart knowledge effectively
• Open availability until October

What We Offer:

• Salary is $51,000/year, determined by job-related knowledge, skills, experience and education + Gratuity
• 25% off food and beverage at Home Block
• 25% off Wine Shop purchases
• Good Find Referral Program
• Staff meal provided while on shift
• Uniform provided
• Work in a brand new, modern, functional, and open floor plan restaurant
• Ongoing training in your job and dedicated wine education
• Be a part of a kitchen team where the menu and your culinary knowledge/skills are always developing
• Mentorship from a passionate and enthusiastic management team
• A fun and exciting working environment where you’ll make friends for life

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to an exceptional culinary experience for all guests
• Be responsible for the pastry station for lunch and dinner services, keeping to the standards set by the Head Pastry Chef
• Plating and serving desserts and bread for the restaurant and events
• Create new dishes frequently
• Execute daily station mise en place and service to the standards set by Head Pastry Chef
• Work in a kitchen with a daily changing, seasonal menu that utilizes the best of local ingredients and suppliers
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, be forward thinking and adaptable
• Adapt to the unique service each day brings with a sense of confidence and excitement, sometimes this means performing roles outside your job description

CedarCreek Estate Winery:

CedarCreek Estate Winery we believe that every plant, person, and animal on our property play a role in the CedarCreek ecosystem, coming together to create distinctive, cool climate, wines. As we know, great wine comes from a balanced and thriving vineyard. Our commitment to sustainability and organic farming and winemaking practices builds a deep connection to the land and allows us to make wines that are vibrant and bright- a pure expression of the North Okanagan. With this pursuit we are immensely proud that CedarCreek Estate Winery was the winner of the coveted ‘Winery of the Year’ title at the 2022 WineAlign National Wine Awards.

Home Block Restaurant:

We pride ourselves on being one of the most coveted restaurants in the valley, that of which would not be possible without the relentless pursuit of our team and breathtaking venue. Each person plays an integral role within this business and there is no mountain we can’t climb together. A sense of urgency is a non-negotiable because we are a fast-paced company, in a fast-paced industry. We trust our team members to be authentic and humble while sharing our story with guests, letting the elevated simplicity of our food speak for itself. At the end of the day, it still takes a lot of fun and care to be named Winery of the Year! If you’re looking for an opportunity to bond with likeminded hospitality folk, apply today!