Chef De Partie - Main Kitchen

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking pass

Growth opportunities

Service and recognition awards

Event exposure

Job summary

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead meal preparation in Kitchen Suites, report to culinary management, and support a range of kitchen duties during events and service hours. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of hotel/restaurant experience as a 1st cook or completed culinary apprenticeship, with strong food safety and sanitation certifications.

This position emphasizes evenings, weekends, and holidays and offers opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• 3-5 years hotel/restaurant experience as a 1st cook or completion of a culinary apprenticeship program
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Culinary Education Trade papers and related certifications
• Food Safety & Sanitation Certificates
• Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification and related experience

Responsibilities

• Operate as lead cook in Kitchen Suites and support Sous Chef and Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Oversee production, waste control and sanitation; ensure opening/closing duties are done
• Supervise multiple areas to maintain smooth service and timely output
• Assist in menu development and feature creation
• Maintain safe, clean, and compliant kitchen environments
• Ensure food cost controls and portion control are followed
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies
• Provide excellent guest and team member relations

Skills

Kitchen supervision

Food cost control

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Event production understanding

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary apprenticeship

Culinary education trade papers

Food Safety & Sanitation Certificate

Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification

Job description

What We Offer

• Parking pass when working;
• Opportunity for growth and development;
• Service and recognition awards;
• Be a part of your favorite sporting and entertainment events in the city.

The Position

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation’s Food & Beverage Business Unit is seeking a Chef de Partie. As a Chef de Partie you will report to the culinary management team, and will be responsible for tasks that focus on the day to day activities in the Kitchen Suites. Performing as lead cook in the Kitchen Suites, assist Sous Chef’s and Chef’s in all areas of the kitchen including food production waste control, standards and kitchen sanitation.

Key Accountabilities

• Station operation, serving and preparing products in accordance to specifications or delegation to tasks of the Chef’s;
• Ability to supervise more than one area at a time
• Oversee the daily operations, production and preparation of culinary items, ensures area(s) is operational at opening time/service time;
• Ensure that all production required is up to date prior to days off and that a task list is left for the next shift;
• Opens and closes kitchen shifts and ensures completion of assigned duties;
• Takes an active role in the production of new menus and Menu Features;
• Supervises associates to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met;
• Actively supports daily cleaning and ensures associates follow daily cleaning routines and keep their work areas clean and sanitary throughout their shift;
• Understanding of Restaurant and/or Event Productions;
• Have a good understanding of food cost and waste control;
• Good customer and associate relation skills;
• Good communication skills (verbal, listening, writing);
• Knowledge of governmental regulations and safety standards (MSDS);
• Adhere to all company policies and programs as required;
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment;
• Actively participate in safety programs and follow polices;
• Other duties as assigned.

The Individual

The ideal candidate will have the following background:

• 3-5 Years Hotel/Restaurant experience as a 1st cook or completion of a culinary apprenticeship program, with all round knowledge of the kitchen operation;
• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Culinary Education Trade papers;
• Food Safety & Sanitation Certificate;
• Valid Alberta Basic Food Safety Certification;
• Related work experience;
• A positive attitude and eye for detail and appearance

Please note, this position is based on the event schedule in a fast paced environment, with emphasis on evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.Shift lengths vary, and require flexible working times.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

CSEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.