Chef De Partie

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Gateway Casinos as a First Cook in Ontario, where you'll be part of a top culinary team. This full-time role involves preparing exquisite dishes, supervising staff, and ensuring high standards of food presentation. Ideal candidates will have a Red Seal certification and extensive culinary experience, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Four years of progressive culinary experience in a large kitchen.
• Well-rounded in all kitchen areas with basic pastry knowledge.
• Proficiency in Garde Manger, Hot Kitchen, and Line Cooking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to recipes and portion control.
• Supervise up to 8 staff members.
• Ensure presentation and garnishment meet standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Culinary Skills

Stress Management

Education

Journeyman’s papers / Red Seal

Job description

Wages : Start Rate : $26.87; 1-Year Rate : $29.86

Job Title / Classification : First Cook

Department : Culinary

Employment Type : Full-Time

Shift Assignment : Swing, Tue / Wed OFF, Sun, Thu-Sat 14:30 – 22:30

Why Work For Us

Gateway celebrates and empowers its employees. A career at Gateway offers great people, a positive atmosphere, and opportunities for advancement. We provide ongoing training and leadership programs in an engaging environment. Join us today!

The Position

Are you passionate about fine cuisine and eager to expand your culinary skills? If so, we invite you to join the area's top culinary team at Casino Rama. The First Cook role is ideal for energetic candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Proven experience and a desire to be inspired are essential.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Prepare food according to recipes and portion control
2. Supervise up to 8 staff members
3. Cook using baking, roasting, steaming, broiling, and other methods
4. Ensure presentation and garnishment meet standards
5. Provide excellent customer service and promote good relations with co-workers
6. Perform additional duties as assigned

What You’ll Require :

1. Journeyman’s papers / Red Seal
2. Four (4) years of progressive culinary experience in a large kitchen
3. Meet departmental standards for Prep Line Cook
4. Well-rounded in all kitchen areas with basic pastry knowledge
5. Leadership and training skills
6. Proficiency in Garde Manger, Hot Kitchen, and Line Cooking
7. Participation in a three (3) course cooking test during the interview
8. Ability to handle stressful situations appropriately
9. Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and policies

What Is Next

If interested, apply within 7 days of the posting date. Follow us on our careers social media pages for updates. Gateway recruits in accordance with applicable Collective Agreements. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please inform Human Resources if you require accommodation during the application or assessment process.