Pastry Cook (seasonal)

We are a family-owned Relais & Châteaux property located on the stunning West Coast of Vancouver Island and have been creating world-renowned guest experiences since we opened in 1996.
Join our Culinary Team as a Pastry Cook, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Châteaux property recognized by Forbes, Michelin Key, AAA Four Diamond, and Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Hotels.
We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.
The Pastry cook will assist with daily hands-on production and presentation of a wide range of products made from scratch in the kitchen of The Pointe Restaurant. The Pastry Cook will also assist in maintaining the highest level of culinary excellence.
Expand your culinary knowledge by using the highest quality ingredients on the West Coast. We are passionate about good food! we make our food from scratch using the finest ingredients. We source our produce locally and seasonally, so our menu is always changing, and variety from innovation—with no sacrifice to quality—is always at the heart of what we do. Our kitchen is a fast-paced environment, and team members need to be excellent multi-taskers, detail-oriented and have a positive demeanour.
As a Pastry Cook you will:
Ensure efficient and personalized guest service, meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond, and Forbes Standards.
Be passionate about your craft, love food, and love fresh ingredients!
Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, desserts, and other baked goods according to established recipes and standards.
Create visually appealing and delicious pastries that enhance our guests' dining experience.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Collaborate with the culinary team to plan and develop new pastry items and seasonal offerings.
Manage inventory of baking ingredients and supplies, ensuring freshness and proper storage.
Assist in the preparation and presentation of pastries for special events and functions.
Stay informed about current pastry trends and techniques to bring innovative ideas to our menu.
Maintain records of food, supplies, and equipment.

The Wickaninnish Inn is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. Excellent guest service skills and demonstrated enthusiasm and talent for exceeding guest expectations.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a fast paced working environment, and creative problem-solving skills.
Proven experience as a pastry cook or in a similar role, with a strong portfolio of pastry items.
Knowledge of baking techniques, pastry decoration, and dessert presentation.
The ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Strong attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for pastry arts.
Salary/Wage: $21.00 per hour