Job Description

About Azhadi Vineyards

Azhadi Vineyards is more than a winery; it is a celebration of culture and craft. From our hand-tended vineyards to our architectural design, every detail is crafted to evoke peace, elegance and meaning. Since 2018, Azhadi Vineyards has been passionately planting and caring for its vineyards, producing and bottling excellent wine. Our destination winery building is nearing completion and scheduled to publicly launch early 2026 in Kelowna, BC. Azhadi Vineyards is a privately held company within the Azhadi Group, a group of companies which develops and operates wineries and vineyards throughout the Okanagan Valley, including the established Ex Nihilo Vineyards in Lake Country, BC.

We strive to deliver best-in-class, beautiful experiences to our people and our guests. Gratitude is at our core--whether it be the land, the opportunity, or the people who work with and visit us. We are building an environment where people come together, feel valued, and can grow in their respective career paths.

We bring together the best of Azhadi to effect positive change to life and work for everyone, optimize business performance results and by nurturing a trusted, respected, collaborative and accountable culture.

Position Summary

Azhadi Vineyards is seeking a passionate and reliable

Pastry Cook

to join our culinary team in creating refined, seasonal desserts, breads, and pastry elements that complement our wine-driven dining experience. This role is responsible for executing pastry production, assisting in menu preparation, and maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence in a fine dining pastry program.

Key Responsibilities

Pastry & Dessert Production

Execute pastry components and plated desserts according to recipes and standards set by the Pastry Chef and Chef de Cuisine. Prepare mise en place and maintain a clean, efficient pastry station throughout service. Ensure quality, texture, flavour balance, and presentation meet Azhadi's elevated expectations. Assist with production for restaurant service, events, catering, and seasonal menu updates. Support baking tasks including doughs, custards, creams, pastries, and finishing work.

Kitchen Standards & Teamwork

Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations, including Food Safe protocols. Work collaboratively with the culinary team while supporting a positive and respectful kitchen culture. Assist in daily cleaning, equipment care, and proper storage and rotation of ingredients. Participate in pre-service briefings and pastry-focused training sessions when applicable.

Qualifications

1-2 years of pastry or baking experience preferred; fine dining or boutique pastry experience is an asset. Strong attention to detail, precision, and consistency. A passion for pastry arts and a willingness to learn and grow. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and follow direction. Food Safe certification required. Flexible availability including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Brings a positive, respectful attitude into the kitchen and demonstrates hospitality-forward thinking.

Compensation:

The typical hiring range for this position is $23 per hour, the hourly rate offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, and internal equity.

Why work for Azhadi?

Our core values are at the heart of our people and company objectives.

OUR GUIDING BEHAVIOUR - Radical Truth & Transparency

We Respect People We Communicate Openly We are Team Players We are Accountable We are Trustworthy
We celebrate our wins and each other. We are committed to fostering a rich learning environment and creating a fun and collaborative place to be! Joining Azhadi Vineyards means becoming part of a new era of wine in the Okanagan, the launch of a destination winery with world class wines and a passionate team dedicated to operational excellence and guest experiences.

In addition to a competitive compensation structure, we offer:

Wine & food discounts Merchandise discounts We invest in you and our team Growing within a culture that values initiative and curiosity
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Store discount
Experience:

culinary: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person