Chef de Partie $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Mark Anthony Group; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Kelowna seeks a talented Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen station. Responsibilities include ensuring a high culinary experience and maintaining standards set by the culinary team. The ideal candidate will have 5-6 years' kitchen experience and a passion for using local ingredients. A sign-on bonus and competitive pay of $22.50/hour are offered, along with a vibrant work environment and unique culinary opportunities.

Benefits

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

25% off food and beverage

Staff meal provided

Ongoing training and wine education

Qualifications

• 5-6 years' experience in a similar standard of kitchen.
• Solid cooking techniques and knowledge of ingredients and seasonality.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced kitchen that makes everything from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to an exceptional culinary experience for guests.
• Run and be responsible for a station within the kitchen.
• Execute daily station mise en place and service.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Communication skills

Team player

Positive work ethic

Adaptability

Education

Current Food Safe certification

Job description

Chef de Partie $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Type: Seasonal OR Permanent

Location: Home Block Restaurant atCedarCreek Estate Winery, Kelowna, B.C.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay starting at $22.50/hour, determined by job-related knowledge, skills, experience and education + Gratuity
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!
• 25% off food and beverage at Home Block
• 25% off Wine Shop purchases
• Good Find Referral Program
• Staff meal provided while on shift
• Uniform provided
• Work in a brand new, modern, functional, and open floor plan restaurant
• Opportunity to try your hand at a custom “Grillworks Inferno” wood-burning grill
• Ongoing training in your job and dedicated wine education
• Be a part of a kitchen team where the menu and your culinary knowledge/skills are always developing
• Mentorship from a passionate and enthusiastic management team
• A fun and exciting working environment where you’ll make friends for life

What You’ll Do:

• Contribute to an exceptional culinary experience for all guests.
• Run and be responsible for a station within the Home Block Kitchen
• Execute daily station mise en place and service to the standards set by Executive Chef and Sous Chef team.
• Work in a kitchen with a daily changing, seasonal menu that utilizes the best of local ingredients and suppliers.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, be forward thinking and adaptable.
• Adapt to the unique service each day brings with a sense of confidence and excitement, sometimes this means performing roles outside your job description.
• Work with and help develop junior members of staff, teach and impart knowledge.

What You Have:

• 5-6 years’ experience in a similar standard of kitchen
• Be a self-starter, have high standards of your own and be a team player.
• Solid cooking techniques, ingredient and seasonality knowledge
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive work ethic and professional attitude
• Current “Food Safe” certification (or equivalent)
• A real desire to work in a fast-paced kitchen that makes everything from scratch.
• Quick learner, able to comprehend, incorporate & impart knowledge effectively.
• Open availability until October

CedarCreek Estate Winery:

CedarCreek Estate Winery we believe that every plant, person, and animal on our property play a role in the CedarCreek ecosystem, coming together to create distinctive, cool climate, wines. As we know, great wine comes from a balanced and thriving vineyard. Our commitment to sustainability and organic farming and winemaking practices builds a deep connection to the land and allows us to make wines that are vibrant and bright- a pure expression of the North Okanagan. With this pursuit we are immensely proud that CedarCreek Estate Winery was the winner of the coveted ‘Winery of the Year’ title at the 2022 WineAlign National Wine Awards.

Home Block Restaurant:

We pride ourselves on being one of the most coveted restaurants in the valley, that of which would not be possible without the relentless pursuit of our team and breathtaking venue. Each person plays an integral role within this business and there is no mountain we can’t climb together. A sense of urgency is a non-negotiable because we are a fast-paced company, in a fast-paced industry. We trust our team members to be authentic and humble while sharing our story with guests, letting the elevated simplicity of our food speak for itself. At the end of the day, it still takes a lot of fun and care to be named Winery of the Year! If you’re looking for an opportunity to bond with likeminded hospitality folk, apply today!