Chef de Partie - Catering

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount for up to 3 guests

Training and development opportunities

Health, dental and vision benefits

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality is seeking a Chef de Partie to contribute to high-volume kitchen operations in a fast-paced setting. You will prepare dishes to O&B standards, support the Sous Chef, and maintain cleanliness and food safety.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years cooking experience, a culinary diploma is a plus, knife skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is a full-time prep chef de partie role in Toronto, with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.
• Passionate about crafting pizza and pasta.
• Solid knife handling skills and professional cooking techniques.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly under pressure.
• Must be able to stand 100% of shift.
• Food Handlers certificate preferred.
• Evenings, weekends and holidays availability.
• Full-time Prep Chef de Partie role.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef, or General Manager.
• Day-to-day food preparation per O&B standards.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specs.
• Maintain a prep list of station duties.
• Follow FIFO to maximize freshness.
• Assist in inventory, receiving, and storage of deliveries.
• Maintain clean prep areas and adhere to sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Adhere to WHMIS and MSDS requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Knife handling

Work under pressure

Standing for long hours

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Food safety awareness

Canadian work eligibility

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Company Description

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members. If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining Oliver and Bonacini Restaurants.

Company Description

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members. If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining Oliver and Bonacini Restaurants.

What's In It For You

• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• O&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!

Job Description

Our Chef de Partie’s show inspired quality in all of their work. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious and they have a desire to serve the best every time. They show initiative, team work, walk with a "snap in their step" and with a sense of mission. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests.

The day to day

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Qualifications

• 3+ years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset
• Passionate about the craft of cooking, especially pizza and pasta
• An understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• Valid Food Handlers certificate, preferred
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This is a full time position / Prep chef de partie
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy.

Wage:

$20 - $24

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.