Chef De Partie

Capilano Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Gift store privileges

Guest passes to Capilano Suspension

Referral bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Capilano Group is seeking a Chef de Partie at Stanley Park Pavilion in Vancouver to join our preeminent wedding and banquet kitchen team. You will contribute to high-quality, creative menus, supervise service, and help lead a dynamic kitchen during events and daily meals.

You bring 5+ years of culinary experience including banquet settings, Red Seal and Food Safe Level 2, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while mentoring junior staff and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in culinary roles.
• Banquet experience required.
• Red Seal Certification (or equivalent).
• Food Safe Level 2 Certified (required).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a culinary experience of the highest quality, consistency, and creativity.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operation and daily prep from menus to standard.
• Assist with menu creation, budget control and new ideas.
• Provide instruction to kitchen team and monitor service levels.
• Estimate daily production needs and communicate with staff.
• Prepare and cook food for regular service and functions.
• Ensure proper food presentation and decorative displays.
• Comply with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Recognize quality and flavor, monitor temperatures.
• Operate and maintain department equipment and report malfunctions.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Guest service mindset

Education

Red Seal Certification

Food Safe Level 2 Certification

Job description

Nestled amidst the famous Stanley Park Rose Gardens, Stanley Park Pavilion is Vancouver’s preeminent wedding and banquet venue. Located within the Pavilion is Stanley’s Bar and Grill, featuring the largest outdoor patio in Stanley Park, the perfect spot to enjoy a sunny summer day! Dedicated to creating experiences our team members and guests are amazed by, we are always looking for people who can help bring our mission to life. We are looking for a Chef de Partie motivated by a passion for food and personal and professional growth.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Contribute to a culinary experience of the highest quality, consistency, and creativity
• Ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen and the daily preparation of meals from pre-determined menus, ensuring the food quality and presentation meets our dining standards
• Assist with menu creation, budget control and development of new ideas
• Provide instruction to the kitchen team and monitor kitchen service levels to ensure Guests’ needs are met
• Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicate production needs to kitchen personnel daily
• Prepare and cooks food of all types, either on a regular basis or for special Guests or functions
• Assist in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays
• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards
• Recognize superior quality products, presentations, and flavor
• Follow proper handling and correct temperature of all food products
• Operate and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions

Additional Perks

• 30% discount at Stanley's Bar & Grill and Prospect Point Café
• 30% discount on food & beverage items in The Cliff House Restaurant, Loggers' Grill, Beary Waffles, and The Cabin at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
• 30% discount off regular-priced merchandise at The Trading Post Gift Store at Prospect Point and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
• Guest passes for friends & family to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
• Referral bonuses
• Employment & Family Assistance Program, offering five free online counselling sessions per topic for our staff

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in culinary roles
• Previous banquet experience
• Red Seal Certification(or equivalent)
• Food Safe Level 2 Certified (required)
• You THRIVE in a fast paced environment and can multi-task with ease
• You lead with a positive attitude, outgoing personality, and bring energy and enthusiasm to work every day!
• You're dedicated to providing truly unmatched guest experience
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills
• You are highly collaborative and ale to work in a team-orientated environment
• You have excellent interpersonal skills - a true people-person!

Considerations

Must be available to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays, to meet the needs of the business. While performing the duties of this position, team members are required to be on their feet for extended periods of time. Occasionally required to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. Occasionally required to lift and climb a step ladder or step stool.

The wage for this role is $28.35 per hour.

The Capilano Group comprises of retail, hospitality and tourism-based businesses anchored by Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in North Vancouver. The Capilano Group’s portfolio includes Moraine Lake Lodge, Moraine Lake Trading and Cathedral Mountain Lodge in the Canadian Rockies, Stanley Park Pavilion, Stanley’s Park Bar & Grill and Prospect Point Café and Gift Shop in Stanley Park, Vancouver and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, Capilano Trading Post in North Vancouver.