Demi Chef De Partie (Part Time)

Accorhotel; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision & Dental

Pension plan

Employee travel program

Wellness platform

Learning programs

CSR activities

Career development

Job summary

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in Edmonton, part of Accor, is seeking a Demi Chef De Partie to join a high-standard kitchen team. You will assist in preparing and presenting dishes for a la carte and buffet services, while maintaining quality and service standards.

The role requires 5-6 years of culinary experience, journeyman papers or international equivalent, and a diploma in a culinary discipline is preferred. Excellent teamwork and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of culinary experience
• Journeyman papers or international equivalent required
• Diploma certification in a culinary discipline preferred
• Computer literacy in Windows applications an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, friendly guest service and support teammates
• Ensure consistent preparation of all food items for menus
• Share ideas and suggestions in shift briefings
• Maintain standards and expectations with kitchen colleagues
• Coordinate with Outlet Chefs on guest feedback
• Check mise en place for freshness and quality
• Rotate products to minimize waste
• Know all menu items, features and promotions
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies and safety procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Culinary experience

Journeyman papers

Culinary diploma

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Problem solving

Under pressure

Windows literacy

Education

Journeyman papers

Culinary diploma

Tools

MS Windows

Job description

Your Team and Working Environment

Since 1915, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of Edmonton. Nestled above the river valley, the hotel’s charm and elegance have earned it recognition as one of the city’s most sought-after locations, as well as the prestigious MICHELIN Key 2025 and Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. World-class service awaits our guest’s every need. Our dedicated team is delighted to assist with a variety of personalized services to ensure guest comfort and convenience are our top priorities. Edmonton's castle offers award-winning, locally-inspired dining, a multi-level health club facility, unforgettable meetings and events, and fairy-tale weddings. At Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, our team takes pride in creating memorable experiences for every occasion. With over a century of hospitality excellence and deep community connections, we continue to uphold the high standards of service that have defined the hotel for generations.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Demi Chef De Partie

Ready for a sizzling career move? You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more.

What you will be doing:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte andor buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations
• Liaise daily with Outlet Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Complete daily checks of all mis en place to ensure freshness and quality standards
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous experience in the Culinary field required
• 5-6 years of Culinary experience
• Journeyman's papers or international equivalent required
• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents.

What’s in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year),for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Comprehensive wellness platform (Greenshield) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit

Hourly Rate Range: $28.11 - $29.11CAD Gross per hour

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/