chef de partie

Pacific Coast Catering; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Health care plan

Job summary

Pacific Coast Catering in Vancouver, BC, is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor to lead cooks and manage events. You will plan menus, oversee food preparation, monitor costs, and ensure quality standards, safety, and hygiene in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 2–3 years in food service, on-site work, and a Food Safety Certificate. You will train staff, supervise chefs, and coordinate with event teams to deliver high-quality meals for banquets and special functions.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience.
• On site; no remote option.
• Food Safety Certificate.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and cooks.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amounts and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Supervise chefs, cooks and kitchen workers.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organized

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Manager
• Food services

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Client focus
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan