Demi Chef de Partie

The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler; Whistler; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-spirited coworkers & encouraging 

Learning and development opportunities

Staff Accommodation (based on avail.)

Discounted Marriott Explore stays

Complimentary Staff Meal

Job summary

Westin is seeking a Demi Chef De Partie in Whistler, BC. The role focuses on training culinary staff, preparing and presenting food to quality standards, and maintaining a safe, sanitary station. Full-time with a mix of mornings, days, and evenings.

You will oversee the line in the absence of the Chef de Partie, train junior cooks, and ensure all food items are produced per standard recipes. COR safety practices and hotel standards are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a high-volume, fine-dining hotel kitchen
• Strong knowledge of all food products and cutting methods
• Proven ability to train and supervise cooks 1–3

Responsibilities

• Oversee a station in the absence of Chef de Partie
• Train Cook 1, 2, 3; rotate products with dates
• Ensure sanitation and safety standards are met
• Maintain equipment and product knowledge on station
• Produce banquet function foods and supervise staff safety practices

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Food safety

Cooking methods

Knife skills

Education

Red seal certification asset

Food Safe Certification

Culinary schooling preferred

Tools

Sanitation standards

Job description

• Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

At Westin, everything we do is designed to help our guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service, and extensive knowledge on how to assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join our team of hospitality professionals. Are you ready to jump into any situation and give a helping hand? If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, with a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how you can thrive at Westin.

Position Details:

• Full time (mix of mornings, day and evening)
• Start date: mid – November 2026

The Impact You’ll Make:

As a Demi Chef De Partie you will be responsible to assist with the training and supervision of culinary staff in order to prepare, cook, and present food according to quality and service standards.

The Wellness You Deserve:

• Team-spirited coworkers & encouraging management
• Learning and development opportunities
• Reward and Recognition Programs
• Staff Accommodation (based on availability)
• Enjoy Discounted Hotel stays with Marriott ‘Explore’ Program
• Complimentary Staff Meal

What we are looking for:

• A warm, people-oriented demeanor
• A team-first attitude
• High attention to detail and a drive to get things done

What you will do:

• Oversee a line in the absence of Chef de Partie
• Work and train under the leadership of Chef de Partie
• Prepare all food items as per standard recipes and presentation
• Keep station up to sanitation and safety standards
• Train Cook 1, 2, 3
• Rotate all food products labeled and dated
• Ensure that all the equipment is in working order and well maintained
• Product knowledge of all food products used on station
• Handle and store all food products properly
• Produce all banquet function food
• Ensure associates are trained in the safe work procedures associated with all of their tasks
• Promote safety awareness to associates and demonstrate that safe job performance is the number one priority
• Ensure compliance with WRS’s Occupational Health and Safety Program and the Regulation of WorkSafeBC
• Ensure associates report any unsafe conditions, practices or injuries as soon as possible and take appropriate actions
• Set a good safety example
• All other duties as assigned

Health & Safety:

• Daily stretches and movement to get you ready for your day
• Safety orientations to ensure you feel safe at work
• Proud to be COR certified – an occupational health and safety accreditation program that verifies a fully implemented safety and health program which meets national standards.
• Monthly safety committee meetings

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Red seal certification an asset
• Food Safe Certification
• Culinary schooling preferred
• Must be in good physical condition
• Heavy lifting will be expected, at sometimes
• Ability to physically handle knives, pots, as well as grasp, lift and carry same from shelves and otherwise transport up to 50 pounds to every area of the kitchen
• Ability to perform cutting skills on work surfaces, topped with cutting boards, 3 feet in height (banquet kitchen, prep kitchen, bake shop, etc.)
• Ability to provide a satisfactory criminal record check

Skills & Experience:

• At least 3 years experience in a similar role in a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant with at least 1 year in the hotel industry
• Knowledgeable in all food products
• Knowledge of all cooking methods
• Knowledgeable in all cutting methods
• Trained in all food safety and sanitation standards
• Passion for cooking
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and a passion for dealing with and emotionally connecting with others
• Leadership, management and supervisory skills