Chef de Partie

Blair Hill Inn; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie dedicated to delivering exquisite dishes in a high-paced kitchen. The role includes managing a station, ensuring cleanliness, and working collaboratively with a dynamic team in a luxurious setting. Enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including accommodation and meals during the operational season, making this an attractive opportunity for culinary professionals eager to advance their careers.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime

Complimentary private lodging

Complimentary meals and snacks

Discounts on spa and gift shop items

Access to staff fitness facilities

Complimentary water taxi transportation

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Experience preferred in live-in resort cooking.
• Three years of cooking experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute all items on the assigned station.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstation
• Ensure effective communication with colleagues.

Skills

Fluency in English

Culinary skills

Communication

Education

Current Food Safe Certificate

Culinary Arts Levels 1, 2 or 3

Red Seal Certificate

Job description

Company Description

Sonora Resort is a luxury all-inclusive Relais & Chateaux Resort located in the unspoiled wilderness of British Columbia between Vancouver Island and the mainland of BC. Our clientele come from around the world to experience our remote wilderness setting, excellent cuisine, luxurious accommodations, the Island Currents Spa, and a variety of exciting adventure tours.

Working at Sonora Resort, a Relais & Chateaux property, means you are part of a team of passionate professionals focused on working together to deliver an exceptional hospitality experience. Advance your career and grow professionally under the Relais & Chateaux brand alongside a dedicated management team and dynamic seasonal staff. The Sonora lifestyle is unique and exciting, well-suited to those who are passionate about customer service, hospitality and working in an environment where every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Job Description

A Chef de Partie at Sonora Resort will have a passion for delivering unique and exquisite dishes that compliment a world class dining experience. This position will be held by a well-rounded and versatile cook who will be responsible for all the mise en place for their station as well as performing lunch or dinner service, along with keeping their station clean and organized.

Job Duties

• Demonstrate desired service behaviors in accordance with Relais and Chateaux expectations.
• Receive, clean and store all products that arrive from the dock as per the chef’s standards.
• Ensure all daily and weekly cleaning tasks are completed and up to standards.
• Responsible for maintaining their workstations to the chef’s standards.
• Knowledgeable of all regular and special menu items as well as any changes daily.
• Responsible for the preparation and execution of all items on their assigned station.
• Assist in the cleaning/scrubbing of the entire kitchen at the end of the day’s services.
• Ensure effective working relationships and clear communication is maintained with all colleagues and departments.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Must be fluent in English, second language an asset.
• First Aid certificates are an asset.
• Current Food Safe Certificate
• Culinary Arts Levels 1,2 or 3
• Red seal is considered an asset
• Three years of cooking experience; experience in a live-in resort is preferred.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, with opportunities for overtime,and a sharing in the staff tip pool.
• Accommodation: Complimentary private lodging at Sonora Resort during our operational season. Staff are required to leave the island on their scheduled non-working days and are responsible for securing accommodation and further transportation thereafter.
• Meals: complimentary meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages from our staff kitchen during operational season.
• Transportation: Complimentary water taxi transportation from Campbell River to/from the resort guaranteed for scheduled work shifts.
• Staff amenities: Staff fitness facility, staff lounge area and hot tub access. Complimentary wifi, cable TV, mini fridge, and internet calling in each staff room.
• Opportunities to enjoy marine activities when available, as well as access to many outdoor activities including hiking trails, trout pond fishing, and Florence Lake at the resort during leisure time. Staff and Management social events are planned throughout the year.
• Spa: 25% discount on spa retail products and 30% on spa treatments
• Gift Shop: 25% discount on gift shop items
• Employee Discount Privilege: Special room rate for your immediate family members at Sonora Resort.