Bytown Catering is one of Eastern Ontario's leading catering and hospitality companies, proudly serving Ottawa and surrounding communities. With decades of experience in the hospitality industry, we specialize in delivering exceptional food service and memorable guest experiences for corporate events, weddings, galas, conferences, private functions, and venue-based operations.
Our team is passionate about quality, service, and innovation. We operate across a diverse range of venues and event settings, providing customized catering solutions while maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence, professionalism, and customer care.
At Bytown Catering, we believe our employees are the foundation of our success. We foster a supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace where individuals are encouraged to develop their skills, grow their careers, and contribute to creating outstanding experiences for our clients and guests.
Whether serving thousands of guests at a large-scale event or delivering personalized service at an intimate gathering, Bytown Catering is committed to excellence in every detail.
Bytown Catering is currently looking to add an additional Pastry Chef to our growing team.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, cookies, tarts, pies, breads, and other desserts.
- Develop and execute dessert menus in accordance with company standards and seasonal offerings.
- Decorate cakes, pastries, and specialty desserts for events and daily service.
- Ensure all baked goods are produced consistently and meet quality standards.
- Follow recipes, production sheets, and portion control guidelines accurately.
- Monitor product freshness and rotate stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
- Maintain proper storage, handling, and labeling of ingredients and finished products.
- Operate and maintain bakery equipment, including mixers, ovens, proofers, and decorating tools.
- Assist in creating new recipes and menu items.
- Prepare specialty desserts for catered events, weddings, banquets, and corporate functions.
- Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
- Maintain a clean and organized pastry kitchen and work area.
- Ensure proper temperature control and storage of all food products.
- Comply with workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of four to six years pastry experience in a similar high volume environment is required
- A minimum of one year previous experience as a Pastry Chef or Assistant Pastry Chef is required
- Experience working in catering or a HACCP certified environment an asset
- Experience organizing off-site catering events is an asset
- Previous experience teaching or doing demonstrations is an asset
- Ontario Food Safe Certification is an asset
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bytown Catering is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable human rights legislation.
Accessibility and Accommodations
Bytown Catering is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please notify the Human Resources department, and we will work with you to meet your needs in a timely and respectful manner.
Recruitment Practices
All applications are reviewed and assessed by members of our hiring team. Bytown Catering does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to screen, assess, rank, or make hiring decisions regarding candidates. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, skills, experience, and the requirements of the position.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
