Pastry Cook (Early Morning)

• Company: Sodexo Live! - Vancouver Convention Centre
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Level: Front-line
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Address: 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, V6C 0C3
• Job Status: Permanent
• Positions Available: 1

Nothing beats the power of being at a live event. That’s why we’re proud to announce the launch of Sodexo Live!, our brand dedicated to the sports, events and hospitality industry. We concentrate all of our skills, insight, and experience into one brand that instinctively knows how to make the most of every moment. Let’s go Live! together. Sodexo Live! is the Official Supplier of Food and Beverage Services to the Vancouver Convention Centre. We have amazing people and are proud to say, we love working here!

Due to our event business, we are hiring highly motivated, service-oriented cooks with various levels of experience to join the Culinary Department. Our positions include full-time, PASTRY COOK for early mornings. Our culinary team proudly operates a “scratch” kitchen using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Reporting to the Pastry Sous Chef, role is responsible for:

GENERAL RESPONSBILITIES:

• Supporting the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in large-scale production for a variety of events.
• Work independently and without Supervisor to complete the early morning baking of a variety of pastries, muffins, croissants, danish, scones and quick breads for banquet events and retail/café outlets (after training).
• Working comfortably with spiral and planetary mixers; rack ovens, convection ovens and floor model sheeter.
• Using creativity for custom client requests and dietary requirements.
• Using equipment and machinery safely.
• Cleaning all used equipment and workstation.
• Working within safe food preparation standards and procedures.

• Formal Culinary training. Food Safe Certification.
• Demonstrated strong Pastry background with 3-5 years of experience.
• MUST be able to work morning shifts – 4:00 am starts.
• Experience working in a high-volume operation such as a high-end hotel or convention centre preferred.
• Strong focus on service excellence and a positive attitude.
•  Physically fit to stand for long periods of time and lift 20kg regularly throughout a shift.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a changing environment.
•  Must be self-motivated and willing to learn.

Great news! You will receive:

• 100% Company paid health and dental benefits (after wait period and qualifying hours)
• A great work culture while working with an award-winning team
• Opportunities for skills development and career progression
• Competitive pay for all team members
• A fresh, clean uniform provide with every shift

• Salary/Wage: Competitive

At the Vancouver Convention Centre, preparing first-class food and beverages for our guests is a key part of who we are. If you believe you have the skills, experience and service excellence focus we are looking for, please submit your resume and cover letter to HRLive@vancouverconventioncentre.com. Please note only, short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or any other applicable Provincially protected status.

Post Date: June 24, 2022 Deadline for Application: July 31, 2022