Chef de Partie

Living Water Resorts prides itself in its people. As a company we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. From part-time jobs, to co-operative education experiences, to Leadership positions, Living Water Resorts offers you the perfect place to build your resume and spread your wings.

Focus of the position supports and assists the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in the processes, preparation, storage and service of food for the restaurant and banquets when needed. The Chef de Partie is responsible for running a specific section of the Kitchen and will manage a small team of Cooks. In the absence of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, this position is in full authority of the kitchen team. This position usually requires at least two years of culinary school or an apprenticeship completed along with Journeyman’s papers and a Red Seal Certificate.

DUTIES INCLUDE:
1. Demonstrates through their own behaviour the Service Culture Standards of Living Water Resorts in providing a fun and caring environment for our guests / members and fellow team members which in turn will create special memories.
2. Responds to guest complaints and resolves them in a way that ensures the guest is satisfied, will return again and that every guest departs happy.
3. Maintains and delivers a “no compromise” attitude towards providing the highest possible level of Hospitality, Quality and Value to the guest.
4. Adheres to all of the mandatory written standards of operations, policies, procedures, manuals, oral instructions, employee handbook, collective agreement that is in place at Living Water Resorts.
5. Actively works with managers and front line staff for food quality and smooth operations.
6. Direct and assist all staff with daily and future productivity.
7. Responsible for direct food production and quality.
8. Oversees general preparation for the a-la-cater menu and functions according to the Executive Chef’s standards.
9. The correct preparation of all foods according to recipes and / or instruction
10. Works all stations in the Kitchen - grill, sauté, dessert, garde manger and breakfast, lunch and dinner. Service.
11. Receives all product deliveries and oversees the appropriate storage of these products.
12. Directly responsible for the daily production to specification and standards of Living Water Resorts while executing the highest quality level of standards set out by the Executive Chef.
13. Maintain service flow during meal periods and oversee the quality of the plates leaving the Kitchen.
14. Knowledge of meat butchery, muscles and various cuts of meat.
15. Knowledge of seafood and shelfish.
16. Maintain the inventory order board.
17. Maintain the night line staff if applicable.
18. Keep full uniform, self and work area clean and sanitized.
19. Abide by all schedules, kitchen rules and regulations.

**Qualifications**:

- At least 2 years Culinary School or Apprenticeship completed
- 4 years cooking experience in a similar operation and company
- High School diploma
- Must possess Journeyman’s / Red Seal Certificate
- Food Safe Handling Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
- Computer literacy in MS Window or Apple iWorks

Working Conditions
- Works the majority of the time indoors
- Exercise care when handling knives, glassware and dishes
- Works with open flames, deep fryers and hot ovens.
- May be exposed to hazardous chemicals
- May carry hot or cold trays of food
- Must be able to bend, reach, lift at least 30lbs

Living Water Resorts is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and inclusiveness across the organization. We believe in equal opportunity and it is our priority to ensure a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation in relation to any of the materials or processes used during the recruitment and selection process, please notify Human Resources. Living Water Resorts will make every effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner.