Chef de Partie - Franchise

Hilton; Whistler; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort and spa in Whistler is seeking a Chef de Partie to supervise kitchen staff and maintain the quality of food preparations. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of culinary experience, formal education, and valid food safety certification. You will oversee daily operations, menu planning, and training of kitchen staff while ensuring guest satisfaction. The position includes various benefits, including staff accommodation and discounts.

Benefits

Staff Accommodation

Life & Leisure Program

Extended Health Benefit Plan

Complimentary Meals

Free On-Site Staff Parking

50% Discount at Cinnamon Bear Restaurant

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the culinary field.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must supply own knives and demonstrate excellent knife-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise line kitchen staff.
• Responsible for daily preparation of recipes.
• Maintain standards of quality and portion sizes.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Knife skills

Adaptability

Inventory control

Pressure handling

Education

Formal culinary education (Diploma or Certificate)

Red Seal qualification or international equivalent

Valid Food Safe Certification

Job description

Job Requirements

WHY WORK FOR HILTON WHISTLER RESORT & SPA?

At Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa we’re passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences. Not just through outstanding service, but by creating heartfelt experiences that guests will remember long after their stay. We believe that when our team members thrive, so does our hospitality. That’s why we foster a workplace where growth, inclusion and recognition are a part of everyday life. Join a team where your passion for the culinary arts is valued, your ideas are heard, and your career can flourish.

PURPOSE

The Chef de Partie serves in a supervisory role under the primary direction of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef. In the absence of the Executive Chef or Sous Chef, they are responsible for overseeing the line service staff. The Chef de Partie ensures the successful daily operations of the culinary team. Overseeing the service aspect of food production, they ensure proper preparation techniques and portion quantities for functions and daily service.

Primary Duties

• Directly supervise line kitchen staff. Assume charge of the line staff in the absence of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chefs.
• Responsible for the daily preparation of soups, sauces and specials to ensure that methods of cooking, garnishing, and portion sizes are as prescribed by standardized recipes.
• Responsible for proper preparation and timely execution of all functions.
• Daily cleaning and organization of service coolers and proper rotation and usage of stock.
• Assist Executive Chef with menu planning and related production activities.
• Assist in the development of training and the provision of professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.
• Maintain standards of quality, cost eye appeal, and flavor of foods.
• Ensure proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality. Controls food and labor costs to achieve maximum profitability.
• Communicate with maintenance department regarding repair and upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment.
• Assist in maintaining security of kitchen including equipment, food and supply inventories.
• Consult with dinning service personnel during daily specials explanation.
• Consult with banquet personnel if Executive chef or sous chefs are absent to ensure smooth execution of events and address any changes as needed
• Expedite food orders during peak service hours.
• Coordinate buffet presentations and ensure timely preparation.
• Assist in food procurement, delivery, storage and prepare daily requisitions for food and liquor
• Report all guest complaints to the Executive Chef and assist in resolving complaints.
• Check mise en place before service and inspect items on the service line to ensure that quality standards are met, as well as presentation of food product before the plates leave the kitchen.
• Submit ideas for future goals, operational improvements, and personnel management to Executive Chef
• Follow all company policies & procedures and work in accordance to health and safety legislation.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Work Experience

• Minimum3 years of experiencein the culinary field
• Complete understandingofmeat and fish butchery
• Formal culinary education(Diploma or Certificate) strongly encouraged
• Red Seal qualificationor international equivalent
• Valid Food Safe Certificationrequired
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellentcommunication skillsare required
• Ability tolead by exampleand motivate team members
• Knowledgeable in inventory control and orderingprocesses
• Ability totroubleshoot and resolve issuesthat may arise in the kitchen
• Must supply own knives and demonstrateexcellent knife-handling skills
• Strong team leaderwith the ability to guide and motivate junior team members
• Able to workin all kitchen stationsand demonstrate proficient use of all equipment
• Must ensureproper preparation techniquesand that adequate quantities are prepared for successful daily service within assigned sections
• Creative and passionateabout the culinary arts, with a willingness to learn and adapt new techniques and styles as instructed
• First Aid certificationis an asset
• Must beavailable for shift work

Benefits

As a Chef de Partie, you will receive the following benefits:

• Staff Accommodation
• Life & Leisure Program – Incentive paid out every day that you work!
• Gratuities in addition to salary wage
• Extended Health Benefit Plan
• Retirement Savings Programs
• Complimentary Meals
• Free On-Site Staff Parking
• 50% Discount at Cinnamon Bear Restaurant
• Participate in Hilton’s Team Member Travel Program
• Educational Assistance Program - Take courses that will assist with your career development

Disclaimer

This job posting is for a position at a hotel that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, salary, benefits and compensation decisions, and the collection and processing of the personal data that you provide on this website. If you accept this position, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Hilton. You will not be eligible from compensation or benefits from Hilton. You will be eligible for compensation or benefits only as may be provided to you by the independent franchisee.