pastry cook
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Pastry Cook ? Forno Cultura
At Forno Cultura, we craft traditional Italian baking with a modern, production-driven approach. We?re looking for a Pastry Cook who cares about quality, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow within a serious culinary team.
This is a hands-on role where you?ll be part of a team producing high-volume, high-quality Italian pastries daily?from laminated doughs to classic fillings and finishes.
What You?ll Do
- Prepare and execute daily pastry production (mixing, baking, assembling, finishing)
- Work collaboratively with the pastry team to meet production targets and quality standards
- Follow prep lists and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain consistency in product quality, presentation, and portioning
- Support development of new items and seasonal features
- Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation (FIFO)
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation
- Restock and set up for subsequent shifts
What We?re Looking For
- 1+ year of professional pastry or baking experience
- Strong work ethic and ability to stay organized under pressure
- Positive, team-first attitude
- Passion for pastry and interest in Italian baking traditions
- Ability to take direction and execute consistently
- Attention to detail and pride in your work
Why Work With Us
- Be part of a growing, respected bakery with multiple locations
- Work in a structured, team-driven production environment
- Opportunity to learn and develop within pastry and bread programs
- Competitive compensation and growth potential
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.50-$19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Early morning availability
Experience:
- professional pastry kitchen : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safety Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
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About Forno Cultura
Forno Cultura was founded in 2013 in Toronto to explore cucina de la campagna, country cooking based on the historic traditions of Italy and old-world Europe but situated in Toronto as a Toronto native brand encompassing the rich mosaic of culinary influences of this unique global city.
As a proud artisanal production space, our best tools are our hands, our nose, our eyes and most importantly the passion and heart for being a place our community, and our team members call home.
Forno Cultura is a spirited place, with an old soul, a young heart, and an undeniable enthusiasm for innovation, learning and development. We believe the best recipe for success is focus and determination, combined with balance in work and life.
Our approach to growth and development is simple: "in learning you will teach and in teaching you will learn". Above all we value teamwork, personal and professional growth, and development, and having a safe and positive space that is inclusive and open.
BON APPETIT https://www.bonappetit.com/city-guides/toronto/venue/forno-cultura
THE GLOBE AND MAIL https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/restaurant-reviews/forno-cultura-new-toronto-bakery-is-an-essential-pit-stop-for-food-lovers/article15351474/
EDIBLE TORONTO https://edibletoronto.ediblecommunities.com/eat/bakers-intuition
TORONTOLIFE https://torontolife.com/tag/forno-cultura/
BLOGTO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUaAN8oc2DE
BAKER'S JOURNAL https://www.bakersjournal.com/five-decades-of-tradition/
FROMMERS https://www.frommers.com/destinations/toronto/restaurants/forno-cultura
DESIGNLINES https://www.designlinesmagazine.com/biscotteria-forno-cultura-union-station/
ARCHITIZER https://architizer.com/projects/biscotteria-forno-cultura-union-station/
AZURE MAGAZINE https://www.azuremagazine.com/article/forno-culturas-latest-outpost-is-rooted-in-the-culture-of-toronto/
CANADIAN INTERIORS https://www.canadianinteriors.com/2019/07/25/project-of-the-year-biscotteria-forno-cultura-union-station-toronto/
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pastry cook
Top Benefits
About the role
Pastry Cook ? Forno Cultura
At Forno Cultura, we craft traditional Italian baking with a modern, production-driven approach. We?re looking for a Pastry Cook who cares about quality, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow within a serious culinary team.
This is a hands-on role where you?ll be part of a team producing high-volume, high-quality Italian pastries daily?from laminated doughs to classic fillings and finishes.
What You?ll Do
- Prepare and execute daily pastry production (mixing, baking, assembling, finishing)
- Work collaboratively with the pastry team to meet production targets and quality standards
- Follow prep lists and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain consistency in product quality, presentation, and portioning
- Support development of new items and seasonal features
- Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation (FIFO)
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation
- Restock and set up for subsequent shifts
What We?re Looking For
- 1+ year of professional pastry or baking experience
- Strong work ethic and ability to stay organized under pressure
- Positive, team-first attitude
- Passion for pastry and interest in Italian baking traditions
- Ability to take direction and execute consistently
- Attention to detail and pride in your work
Why Work With Us
- Be part of a growing, respected bakery with multiple locations
- Work in a structured, team-driven production environment
- Opportunity to learn and develop within pastry and bread programs
- Competitive compensation and growth potential
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.50-$19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Early morning availability
Experience:
- professional pastry kitchen : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safety Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
Not the right fit? Search for pastry cook jobs in Toronto, ON
About Forno Cultura
Forno Cultura was founded in 2013 in Toronto to explore cucina de la campagna, country cooking based on the historic traditions of Italy and old-world Europe but situated in Toronto as a Toronto native brand encompassing the rich mosaic of culinary influences of this unique global city.
As a proud artisanal production space, our best tools are our hands, our nose, our eyes and most importantly the passion and heart for being a place our community, and our team members call home.
Forno Cultura is a spirited place, with an old soul, a young heart, and an undeniable enthusiasm for innovation, learning and development. We believe the best recipe for success is focus and determination, combined with balance in work and life.
Our approach to growth and development is simple: "in learning you will teach and in teaching you will learn". Above all we value teamwork, personal and professional growth, and development, and having a safe and positive space that is inclusive and open.
BON APPETIT https://www.bonappetit.com/city-guides/toronto/venue/forno-cultura
THE GLOBE AND MAIL https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/restaurant-reviews/forno-cultura-new-toronto-bakery-is-an-essential-pit-stop-for-food-lovers/article15351474/
EDIBLE TORONTO https://edibletoronto.ediblecommunities.com/eat/bakers-intuition
TORONTOLIFE https://torontolife.com/tag/forno-cultura/
BLOGTO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUaAN8oc2DE
BAKER'S JOURNAL https://www.bakersjournal.com/five-decades-of-tradition/
FROMMERS https://www.frommers.com/destinations/toronto/restaurants/forno-cultura
DESIGNLINES https://www.designlinesmagazine.com/biscotteria-forno-cultura-union-station/
ARCHITIZER https://architizer.com/projects/biscotteria-forno-cultura-union-station/
AZURE MAGAZINE https://www.azuremagazine.com/article/forno-culturas-latest-outpost-is-rooted-in-the-culture-of-toronto/
CANADIAN INTERIORS https://www.canadianinteriors.com/2019/07/25/project-of-the-year-biscotteria-forno-cultura-union-station-toronto/