- Create exceptional experiences through high quality food and superior customer service
- Be a proven leader in training staff, developing recipes, and supporting a management team
- Prepare food as required, following specifications on Event Orders
- Ensure work areas are clean, including all countertops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in accordance with company health regulations and safety regulation
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas
- Support other positions within the kitchen that are in need of help
- Comply with the zoo's health and safety program
- Adhere to policies and procedures regarding sanitation and sanitary food handling
- Perform additional duties as required
- 3+ years experience in a culinary environment
- Experience with menu engineering and food cost controlling methods
- Class 5 Driver's License is required
- Food Safety training is an strongly preferred
- Red Seal certification is an asset
- Supervisory experience is an asset. Strong preference will be given to those with experience in mid to large sized operations
- Strong leadership and customer service skills
- Ability to work with little supervision
- Ability to operate golf carts and 1-ton panel trucks
- Ability to read and follow instructions as per catering function sheets
- Previous experience requisitioning and ordering inventory
- Excellent communication skills
- Standing during entire shift
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Exposure to hot & cold elements in kitchen
- Periodic exposure outside the kitchen on Zoo grounds
- Consistent exposure to flora and fauna on Zoo grounds
- Flexible work schedule including morning, evenings, weekend, and holidays
- Heavy lifting (up to 50lbs.), walking, and standing for long periods of time is required
- Competitive compensation starting at $23.50/hour
- Contract completion bonus of $500
- Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
- Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit program
- A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals
Chef de Partie - Calgary, Canada - Calgary Zoo
Description
Description
Grow your culinary career at one of the most unique sites in Calgary The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's catering department is looking for a Chef de Partie to join our enthusiastic and energetic Catering Team. Our catering team operates 3 kitchens, 3 banquet facilities, a BBQ tent, and a seasonal restaurant, Grazers, featuring local and sustainable products over the summer months.
As a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for oversight of the culinary operations in the absence of the Executive or Sous Chefs. The successful candidate will be required to execute all event orders including hands-on preparation of food, delivery, and clean-up.
Our Mission | Take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places
Our Values | Effective collaboration and communication, honesty and integrity, customer focus, safety, and conservation
Contract End Date : December 31, 2024 with the possibility for extension
What you will do:
What you will bring :
Working Conditions :
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The organization follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues.
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is a no smoking environment including vaping.
What We Offer:
Are you ready to join one of Canada's leaders in wildlife conservation?
If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.