Pastry Chef Assistant / Pastry Cook Learn and Grow Alongside a Veteran Pastry Chef
Pacific Coast Catering – Vancouver, BC
Job type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Primarily daytime hours, with early mornings and occasional weekend work based on event requirements
About Pacific Coast Catering
Pacific Coast Catering is an established Vancouver catering company known for high-quality food, professional service and exceptional corporate and special-event experiences.
For more than 20 years, we have built our business through hard work, strong relationships and a commitment to taking care of our clients and our team. Our events range from daily corporate catering and elegant receptions to large-scale barbecues and major special events.
We are now looking for a motivated Pastry Chef Assistant / Pastry Cook to work directly alongside our highly experienced veteran Pastry Chef.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants more than just another kitchen job. The successful candidate will receive hands-on mentorship, develop advanced pastry skills and become an important part of a professional and growing culinary team.
The Opportunity
You will assist with the daily production of pastries, desserts, baked goods and specialty items for a wide variety of catered events.
You do not need to know everything when you start. We are looking for someone with a strong foundation, a genuine interest in pastry and the right attitude to learn.
The ideal person is dependable, organized, humble and proud of their work. You should be comfortable receiving direction, asking questions and improving your skills under the guidance of an experienced Pastry Chef.
For the right individual, this position offers the opportunity to develop into a stronger pastry professional and take on greater responsibility as you grow with Pacific Coast Catering.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Pastry Chef with daily pastry, dessert and baking production
- Prepare cakes, cookies, squares, tarts, pastries and plated or individual desserts
- Accurately follow recipes, production sheets and presentation standards
- Measure, mix, portion, bake, decorate and package products
- Assist with custom desserts and specialty items for corporate and private events
- Complete production efficiently while maintaining consistency and attention to detail
- Help organize ingredients, equipment and daily production requirements
- Monitor product quality, freshness and presentation
- Properly label, store and rotate ingredients and finished products
- Maintain a clean, organized and food-safe pastry area
- Assist with receiving and checking pastry ingredients and supplies
- Communicate clearly with the Pastry Chef and wider culinary team
- Support other kitchen areas when required
- Contribute ideas as skills and confidence develop
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine interest in pastry, baking and dessert production
- Takes pride in producing attractive, consistent and high-quality food
- Is eager to learn from an experienced pastry professional
- Accepts coaching and feedback positively
- Is reliable, punctual and prepared for each shift
- Works with urgency while remaining careful and organized
- Can follow detailed recipes and instructions accurately
- Has strong attention to detail
- Maintains a clean and organized workstation
- Works well independently and as part of a team
- Remains calm and focused during busy production periods
- Understands that every item leaving our kitchen represents Pacific Coast Catering
Qualifications
- Previous pastry, baking or professional kitchen experience is preferred
- Culinary or pastry-school education is an asset but not required
- Basic knowledge of baking methods, ingredients and kitchen equipment
- FoodSafe Level 1 certification, or willingness to obtain it
- Ability to safely lift and carry ingredients, trays and kitchen equipment
- Ability to stand and work actively throughout the shift
- Availability for early-morning shifts when required
- Reliable transportation to our Vancouver production kitchen
We are willing to train a promising candidate who demonstrates commitment, reliability and a sincere desire to build a career in pastry.
What We Offer
- Direct mentorship from a veteran Pastry Chef
- A supportive and respectful culinary environment
- Primarily daytime production hours
- Exposure to a wide variety of pastries, desserts and catered events
- Opportunities to develop new techniques and expand your skills
- A stable position with an established and growing catering company
- Opportunities for increased responsibility based on performance
- Staff meals during scheduled shifts
- A team that values quality, professionalism and working together
What Success Looks Like
Within your first several months, you will be able to:
- Reliably complete assigned recipes and production tasks
- Produce consistent products that meet our quality standards
- Keep your workstation organized and properly prepared
- Manage your time effectively during busy production periods
- Anticipate basic production needs and become increasingly independent
- Demonstrate noticeable growth in your pastry knowledge and technical skills
- Become a dependable and trusted member of our culinary team
Our Culture
At Pacific Coast Catering, we believe great people are just as important as great food.
We value team members who care about their work, support the people around them and take ownership of their responsibilities. We are not looking for someone who simply wants to complete a shift. We want someone who is excited to learn, contribute and build something meaningful with us.
Our approach is simple:
We care. We deliver. We create.
Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
