Job Description
The Bertossi Group is seeking an Experienced Pastry Chef to help us carry on our tradition of creating award-winning hospitality! The Bertossi Group has set the standard for authentic Italian cuisine in Halifax for over 30 years, with four current destination restaurants: Ristorante a Mano, The Bicycle Thief, La Frasca Cibi & Vini & il Mercato Trattoria, as well as two luxury Cafes: Pane e Circo. Throughout 2024, The Bertossi Group will be opening three brand new restaurants in Downtown Halifax, which will feature a diverse array of cuisines. What we Offer: Competitive SalarySubstantial gratuitiesPaid vacation & sick daysHealth, Dental and Visions benefits Discounted gym membership Food Discounts across The Bertossi GroupOpportunity for significant growth within Atlantic Canada’s Leading Restaurant GroupJob DescriptionWe are looking for someone who has experience producing exceptional pastries and desserts for a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant. If you can picture yourself working with a restaurant named one of Canada’s Top 100, have a passion for working with fresh, quality ingredients and an interest in Italian cuisine, we definitely want to hear from you!The Pastry Chef is responsible for leading, motivating and engaging the pastry team by executing the highest standard of culinary excellence. They assist the Executive Pastry Chef with managing all pastry preparation for the restaurants and cafes. The Pastry Chef is also accountable for ensuring the highest quality standards for culinary production, cleanliness, labour control and food hygiene. You’ll bring professional, enthusiastic ownership to the menu each day; and contribute to the incredible success of Atlantic Canada's leading restaurants & cafes!The Day to Day:Inspire excellence for all team members, while ensuring The Bertossi Group’s dedication to incredible hospitality & spectacular cuisine is met at all levelsActively monitors culinary operations, cleanliness & food hygiene standardsManages day-to-day financial operations of the venue including ordering, food & labour costs and inventory managementDevelops innovative menu offerings, including features, for all restaurants and cafesAssists in talent identification, recruitment, training & development initiatives as well as staff management & coachingEnsures proper health and safety procedures are followed by all team membersSupport through the Atlantic Immigration Program is available following a required length of employment.At The Bertossi Restaurant Group, we pride ourselves on our unwavering dedication to inclusiveness through hospitality, by creating a welcoming environment for employees & guests alike. Only successful applications will be contacted directly via email to schedule an interview - thank you to everyone who applies.