First Cook – Pastry

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It’s the perfect work/life combination.

Passionate about pastry and baking? We’re looking for a First Cook – Pastry & Baking with sharp attention to detail, a love for fast-paced kitchens, and a drive to grow as a leader. Join a Michelin Key–winning team and help us make special happen by making it count—one sweet creation at a time.

Starting Rate: $21.18 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $26.72.

Job Duties Include:

• Proficient in artisan breads, quick breads, and laminated doughs.
• Prepare daily production of fresh breads, rolls, muffins, scones, cakes, cookies, tarts, bars, macarons, chocolates, and other bakeshop items following standard recipes.
• Ensure all items are prepared with quality and consistency, including accurate scaling, weighing, rolling, and shaping.
• Receive and rotate products using FIFO; ensure proper labeling and dating to minimize waste.
• Record food, fridge, and freezer temperatures twice daily.
• Follow all standard operating procedures set by the Chef.
• Take ownership of assigned pastry/bake station readiness, ensuring organization and production timing supports service
• Support junior pastry cooks by reinforcing consistency, scaling accuracy, and proper technique
• Anticipate low stock or product issues before service and escalate to the CDP or Sous
• Assist with training new or junior cooks by demonstrating proper technique and setup
• Contribute ideas to features or improvements to menu execution, not just preparation
• Maintain a composed service environment by modeling pace, discipline, and focus on quality
• Set the pace for efficient mise en place preparation and timely execution of both banquet events and à la carte service.
• Maintain Fairmont standards for grooming, hygiene, food safety, and follow the Culinary Cultural Manual.
• Actively contribute ideas during daily shift briefings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years Baking & Pastry Arts experience
• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Culinary School an asset
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