About This Opportunity: Pastry Chef (Lake Country)
O'Rourke Family Vineyards is currently seeking a Pastry Chef (Lake Country) to join their team in Lake Country.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their career.
Education Requirements
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No specific education requirements
Required Experience
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seat outdoor amphitheatre. Two greenhouses, three gardens, and a working orchard supply every kitchen on the property.
Peak Cellars is a welcoming winery focused on expressive wines and warm hospitality, complemented by the Garden Bistro, where seasonal cuisine and vineyard surroundings create an inviting setting for guests.
Across the portfolio, O'Rourke Family Vineyards is deeply involved in every stage of the process — from vineyard stewardship and farming decisions through to winemaking, blending, and bottling. The company also produces a diverse calendar of events and experiences that bring together wine, food, and community, supported by close collaboration across hospitality, culinary, production, and events teams.
What You'll Do
Row 188 Dessert Program
· Design and execute dessert courses for the three
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train kitchen staff on basic pastry production as needed
· Maintain food safety, HACCP compliance, and cleanliness standards throughout the pastry kitchen
· Contribute to menu costing and ensure pastry meets margin targets without compromising quality
What You Bring
Experience & Credentials
· Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a professional pastry kitchen, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
· Fine dining or destination dining background preferred — you understand what a tasting menu dessert course demands
· Demonstrated range across plated desserts, viennoiserie, café pastry, and event production
· Experience with estate or seasonal ingredient programs is a genuine advantage
· Pastry diploma or culinary credential preferred; exceptional practical experience equally considered
Skills & Character
· Creative and technically disciplined — your ideas are grounded in real skill
· Attuned to flavour in a wine context — you understand how sweetness, acidity, and texture interact with what’s in the glass
· Self
Position Details
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Employment Type: grown ingredients to extend seasonality across the year
· Champion a zero
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Location: Lake Country
Key Responsibilities
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Effectively perform assigned job duties
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Maintain safety and cleanliness in the workplace
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Work effectively with team members
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Follow company policies and procedures
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Perform tasks according to quality standards
Qualifications
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Reliability and punctuality
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Ability to work independently and in a team
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Strong work ethic and positive attitude
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Ability to follow instructions
Why Join O'Rourke Family Vineyards?O'Rourke Family Vineyards offers a supportive work environment in Lake Country, where employees can grow and develop their skills. This Pastry Chef (Lake Country) position provides the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and contribute to meaningful work.
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