Seasonal Chef De Partie

Calgary Zoo; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned wildlife conservation organization as a Chef de Partie! This role offers a unique opportunity to create exceptional culinary experiences in a vibrant outdoor setting. You will lead culinary operations, ensuring top-notch food quality and customer service while working alongside a passionate team. Your expertise will not only enhance the guest experience but also contribute to the zoo's mission of wildlife conservation. If you're ready to embrace a rewarding culinary career in a fun and engaging environment, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Staff Pass Benefit Program

Fun Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a culinary environment with leadership experience.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations, ensuring high-quality food and service.
• Train staff and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety Training

Menu Engineering

Inventory Management

Education

Red Seal Certification

Food Safety Training

Tools

Catering Function Sheets

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Grow your culinary career at one of the most unique sites in Calgary! The Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo’s catering department is looking for a seasonal Chef de Partie to join our enthusiastic and energetic Catering Team. The Chef de Partie is responsible for oversight of the culinary operations in the absence of the Executive or Sous Chefs. They will be required to execute all event orders including hands on preparation of food, delivery, and clean-up. Our Purpose |Take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places Our Core Values |Effective collaboration and communication, honesty and integrity, customer focus, safety, and conservation Contract :

• Start Date : May 2025
• End Date : January 2026

What you will do :

• Create exceptional experience through high quality food and superior customer service
• Adhere to policies and procedures regarding sanitation and sanitary food handling
• Be a proven leader in training staff, developing recipes, and supporting a management team
• Prepare food as required, following specifications on Event Orders
• Ensure work areas is clean, including all countertops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in accordance with company health regulations and safety regulation
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas
• Support other positions within the kitchen that are in need of help
• Comply with the zoo’s health and safety program
• Perform additional duties as required

What you will bring :

• 3 or more years experience in a culinary environment
• Red Seal certification is an asset
• Food Safety training is an strongly preferred
• Class 5 Driver’s License is required
• Supervisory experience is an asset. Strong preference will be given to those with experience in mid to large sized operations
• Previous experience with menu engineering and food cost controlling methods
• Strong leadership and customer service skills
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Ability to operate golf carts and 1-ton panel trucks
• Ability to read and follow instructions as per catering function sheets
• Previous experience requisitioning and ordering inventory

Working Conditions :

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to hot & cold elements in kitchen
• Periodic exposure outside the kitchen on Zoo grounds
• Consistent exposure to flora and fauna on Zoo grounds
• Heavy lifting (up to 50lbs.), walking, and standing for long periods of time is required

The Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The organization follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo is a no smoking environment including vaping. What We Offer :

• Competitive compensation
• Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
• Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit program
• A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals

Are you ready to join one of Canada’s leaders in wildlife conservation?If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.