Chef de Partie

Element Calgary
Calgary, AB, Canada

Description

We are hiring a Chef de Partie!

ABOUT US

At Bow & Bend, we value working with talented people in rewarding and productive ways, creating a dream team of fun and efficiency where everyone feels a sense of empowerment and accomplishment. Our commitment to delivering a culture of inclusivity, innovation, wellness, and personal growth is at the forefront of everything we do.

Join us and be part of our pre-opening team.

Nestled atop the 12^th floor, in Calgary’s vibrant west-end, overlooking the majestic Bow River, Bow & Bend brings the outdoors in as the Bow’s gentle bends mirror the tranquility of this signature 150-seat rooftop restaurant and bar. At its core are the finest culinarians and mixologists eagerly waiting to fulfill our customers’ dreams of an indulgent and refined dining experience. At Bow & Bend, we provide warm and attentive service in a visually stunning environment with an artfully crafted menu, embracing eco-conscious practices, through conscious choices and initiatives.

ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY

We are in search of a highly skilled Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in creating memorable dishes for our restaurant's patrons. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of high-quality meals that are consistent and exceed our standards, ensuring the highest level of quality.

Primary accountabilities include:

• Consistently providing the highest quality of service to our customers and staff alike, setting a shining example for our team.
• Ensuring the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation of all meals, keeping up to date with new products, recipes and preparation techniques.
• Coordinating daily tasks with the Sous Chef.
• Responsible for supervising the team.
• Estimating the daily production needs and checking the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Ensuring the highest levels of guest satisfaction through the output of consistent, quality menu items.
• Maintaining knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation.
• Maintaining full awareness of all menu items, their recipes, methods of production and presentation standards.
• Following good preservation standards for the proper handling of all food products at the right temperature.
• Operating and maintaining all department equipment and reporting of malfunctioning equipment.
• Ensuring effective communication between staff by maintaining a secure and friendly working environment.
• Being responsible for hygiene, safety and correct use of equipment and utensils.
• Daily checking of expiry dates and proper storage of food items.
• Consulting daily with Sous Chef and Executive Chef on the daily requirements, functions and any last minute events.
• Guiding and training culinary staff on a daily basis to ensure their highest motivation.
• Setting an example to others for personal hygiene and cleanliness while on duty.
• Providing daily feedback and reporting of issues as they arise.
• Maintaining a safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures, complying with health and legal regulations.
• Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in the industry, reviewing professional publications, benchmarking best practices, and participating in community events.

ABOUT YOU

• A Red-Seal certified, seasoned culinary professional possessing a minimum of one year of experience in a similar leading role in an upscale Restaurant operation in a downtown city center.
• Someone with an outstanding work ethic, along with a track record of reliability, punctuality and an approachable demeanor, with a strong commitment to safety.
• Someone who has solid leadership skills, adept at training, coaching and motivating a team of culinary professionals, passionate about helping them develop technique and artistry.
• An exceptional problem-solver, knowing how to troubleshoot, resolve situations efficiently, with the ability to shift priorities as needed.
• Able to work well under pressure and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicator who values teamwork and collaboration.
• Able to combine strategic planning and day-to-day management.
• Able to work a variety of shifts, including daytime, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Physically able to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, crouch, and lift or carry objects up to 40 pounds or more.

Benefits of Working for Concord Hospitality

Concord Managers earn competitive wages and are eligible to enroll in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer training and development as well as career advancement opportunities. We thrive on reward and recognition and will provide you and your team with ample opportunities to shine within the company as well as within the brand.

Working for Concord Hospitality

Concord Hospitality invests in our associates by providing training and development at all levels. Our “Employee First” culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Concord’s employees are what our company is built upon, and we strive to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We value work-like harmony, diversity, and our commitment to provide the best customer service possible, in every market we exist in.

Our cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability and FUN!

If you are a proven culinary leader, looking for a culture-rich and award-winning company, and you are ready to lead an amazing brand in a great and thriving location…we may be the perfect fit!

Apply today!