Seasonal - Chef de Partie

Our spectacular Eldorado Resort is situated right on the shores of Okanagan Lake, is currently looking for Seasonal Chef de Parties! 

If you are looking for exciting and rewarding opportunity to showcase your talent and join a team that brings out the best in each other, then we want to hear from you! Our beautiful lakeside property offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities. We offer competitive earnings potential, employee discounts on water sport rentals, discounted food & beverage at all our Argus Properties Ltd. owned restaurants and hotels, fun social events, and great colleagues! 

 

Position Summary: 
The Chef de Partie is a team leader responsible for the execution of various areas of line preparation. They prioritize duties, ensuring cleanliness throughout the kitchen, maintenance of consistent practices, and a high level of execution to meet quality standards.  What will you be doing? 
You will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standard:

• Review the daily production sheets and line checklists with colleagues, even without the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine present
• Ensure that station opening and closing procedures are carried out to standard, with completed checklists
• Maintain stations by ensuring preparation, task delegation, and production of high-quality food items in accordance with standards in a timely and efficient fashion
• Ensure that all colleagues’ stations are fresh, and properly rotated to par levels
• Adhere to recipes and menu specifications to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met
• Have full knowledge of all recipes and menu items, including sides and menu pricing
• Taste all products (soups, sauces, glazes, stocks, and ‘prep items’ used for the finishing of menu items)
• Prepare lists of food products required for stations and production for food orders
• Keep overproduction and food waste to a minimum and ensures proper food rotation by pulling product from the freezer, labeling, and storing food to reduce food cost expense
• Keep workstations clean and organized, sweeping and mopping floors including fridges/freezers, keeping countertops and stovetops clean, and organizing dry storage
• Always lead by example with proper food handling, execution, and overall performance and attitude
• Participate in daily stand-ups
• Lead culinary team as a day / night expeditor, and is educated on the proper procedure for disciplinary action
• Ensure that all food products are handled, stored, prepared, and served safely in accordance with Eldorado Resort and government food safety guidelines
• Work with banquet cooks to ensure all aspects of food standards are met
• Properly and safely operate kitchen equipment, report any required maintenance or repairs to the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine immediately
• Report all deficiencies in kitchen equipment functionality and quality of food products to the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine in a timely fashion
• Ensure temperature control charts are filled out
• Actively participate in the orientation and training of culinary skills to junior staff and apprentices
• Ensure that there is no interruption to guest service
• Liaise with the Front of House Manager as needed
• Assist in the creation of fresh sheets, and new menu items
• Other duties as assigned

What are we looking for?
To successfully fill this role, you should demonstrate the following: 

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a professional kitchen
• Experience in a fast-paced, fine dining environment
• Passion for the culinary arts
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
• A positive and respectful attitude
• Quick learner and ability to retain knowledge and skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Valid FOODSAFE Certificate required
• Red Seal certification preferred
• WHMIS certification preferred
• Must be able to stand up to eight hours, and move, lift, carry, and place objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance
• Available to work a flexible schedule, a minimum of three days per week (including evenings, weekends, and holidays) based on business volumes and operational demands

Perks

• Staff Accommodation 
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee discounts on accommodations, dining and marina at our sister properties (Hotel Eldorado, Manteo Resort and Eldorado Marina, and Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna Airport, Home2Suites)
• An excellent work environment, with a focus on staff recognition and teambuilding
• Room for growth and development

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our Eldorado Resort family!