Chef de Partie

Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet, BC is hiring a Chef de Partie to join our year-round culinary team.

We’re looking for an experienced cook with leadership skills who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in delivering exceptional food. As Chef de Partie, you’ll oversee a station, support menu development, and help train and mentor the team. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a high-standard resort kitchen while contributing to a supportive and professional work environment.

This is a great fit for someone who:

- Has a Red Seal Certification and successful completion of a culinary program
- Brings at least 2 years of experience as a 1st Cook, preferably in a 4- or 5-star resort or hotel
- Leads by example and can mentor junior staff with patience and professionalism
- Works well under pressure and keeps high standards during busy service periods
- Has excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Has flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Is physically able to work in a demanding kitchen environment and lift up to 40 lbs.
- Holds valid First Aid; HACCP training is an asset

In this role, you will:

- Manage a station and ensure mise en place and service are executed to resort standards
- Prepare and plate dishes for restaurant service and banquet functions (up to 150 guests)
- Lead, train, and motivate cooks to maintain quality, consistency, and efficiency
- Support the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs with menu planning, specials, and promotions
- Oversee food quality, freshness, portion control, and proper storage (FIFO)
- Assist with inventory, scheduling, and other administrative tasks as required
- Ensure a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment at all times
- Monitor equipment functionality and cleanliness, reporting issues promptly
- Contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and professional team culture

What we offer:

- Wage based on experience
- Extended health, dental, and life insurance
- Pooled tip sharing
- Associate rates for hotel stays
- Staff discounts on food and spa services
- Volunteer support opportunities
- Team enrichment events
- Inclusive work environment
- On-site staff accommodation (if required and available)
- Opportunities for continued professional growth and development

Black Rock Resort resides within the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ - Ucluelet First Nation traditional territory, of whose ancestral lands we work and play.

If you’re ready to bring leadership, creativity, and skill to a dedicated culinary team, we’d love to hear from you.