Demi Chef De Partie (Full Time)

We are seeking a skilled Demi Chef De Partie to join our team at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in Edmonton.

As a Demi Chef De Partie, you will play a pivotal role in our kitchen, working alongside a fantastic team to prepare, cook, and serve food that makes our guests smile.

Responsibilities:

• Provide professional, friendly, and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Ensure consistency in food preparation according to hotel recipes and standards
• Share ideas, opinions, and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Liaise with Outlet Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Complete daily checks of 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 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

Physical Aspects of Position:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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 and 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

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental)
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
• Comprehensive wellness platform (Greenshield) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities