Chef de Partie (CDP)

Push Operations; Sooke; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Staff meals

Job summary

Sooke Harbour House on Vancouver Island is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our culinary team and lead a kitchen station with independence during service. You will collaborate with leadership to uphold our standards and seasonal menu execution.

We value passion for local ingredients, strong organization, and a proactive mindset. The role offers a dynamic, coastal dining environment with opportunities to grow within our culinary program.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Experience working a station in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong understanding of fundamental cooking techniques, mise en place, and kitchen organization.
• Culinary education or apprenticeship training preferred.
• Red Seal certification considered an asset.
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and positive attitude.
• Ability to remain organized and execute consistently under pressure.
• Passion for local and seasonal ingredients and elevated hospitality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and continue developing professionally.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an assigned kitchen station and ensure it is prepared and service-ready.
• Prepare and execute high-quality dishes consistently according to recipe and presentation standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and maintain appropriate prep levels for upcoming services.
• Butcher, portion, and prepare fish, meat, seafood, and other ingredients as required.
• Prepare sauces, reductions, garnishes, and accompaniments.
• Support daily features and seasonal menu execution.
• Maintain strong organization, cleanliness, and efficiency throughout preparation and service.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, rotation, and waste.
• Communicate prep levels, product needs, and operational concerns proactively with culinary leadership.
• Support and provide guidance to junior cooks when required.
• Assist with receiving, storage, and organization of kitchen deliveries.
• Support strong communication and teamwork across the brigade during service.
• Complete station shutdown, cleaning, and proper handover for the following service.
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and quality standards at all times.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Mise en place

Teamwork & communication

Work under pressure

Evenings/weekends/holidays flexibility

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Red Seal certification (asset)

Job description

Are you passionate about cooking with exceptional local ingredients in one of Canada’s most iconic coastal destinations? Sooke Harbour House is seeking a talented and motivated Chef de Partie (CDP) to join our culinary team as we enter an exciting new chapter.

Located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Sooke Harbour House has long been known for its commitment to seasonality, sustainability, and unforgettable dining experiences. This is an opportunity to be part of rebuilding and redefining a legendary culinary destination.

About the Role

As a Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of an assigned section within our kitchen and play an important role in both preparation and service.

You will work closely with our culinary leadership team to ensure your station is organized, properly prepared, and executing consistently to our standards. This role is suited to an experienced cook who is confident working independently during service while also contributing to the organization, communication, and success of the broader kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an assigned kitchen station and ensure it is prepared and service-ready
• Prepare and execute high-quality dishes consistently according to recipe and presentation standards
• Complete daily mise en place and maintain appropriate prep levels for upcoming services
• Butcher, portion, and prepare fish, meat, seafood, and other ingredients as required
• Prepare sauces, reductions, garnishes, and accompaniments
• Support daily features and seasonal menu execution
• Maintain strong organization, cleanliness, and efficiency throughout preparation and service
• Monitor product quality, freshness, rotation, and waste
• Communicate prep levels, product needs, and operational concerns proactively with culinary leadership
• Support and provide guidance to junior cooks when required
• Assist with receiving, storage, and organization of kitchen deliveries
• Support strong communication and teamwork across the brigade during service
• Complete station shutdown, cleaning, and proper handover for the following service
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and quality standards at all times

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of professional kitchen experience preferred
• Previous experience working a station in a fast-paced professional kitchen
• Strong understanding of fundamental cooking techniques, mise en place, and kitchen organization
• Culinary education or apprenticeship training preferred
• Red Seal certification considered an asset
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and positive attitude
• Ability to remain organized and execute consistently under pressure
• Passion for local and seasonal ingredients and elevated hospitality
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and continue developing professionally
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why Join Us

• Work in one of British Columbia’s most unique culinary destinations
• Join a passionate team building the next chapter of Sooke Harbour House
• Work with seasonal ingredients inspired by Vancouver Island and the surrounding coast
• Opportunities to learn, develop, and grow within our culinary team
• Competitive wages + gratuities
• Staff meals and a team culture focused on quality and excellence
• Live and work in beautiful Sooke on Vancouver Island