chef de partie

Government of Canada - Central; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role involves maintaining high culinary standards, supervising kitchen staff, and creating innovative recipes. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership presence and excellent communication skills, ensuring efficient operations and superior food quality. If you are passionate about culinary arts and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values creativity and teamwork in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a culinary role with a focus on leadership and teamwork.
• Certification in culinary arts or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Ranks of chefs

• Chef de partie

Responsibilities Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player