Title:  Chef de Partie

About Aramark

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world's leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 19 countries around the world. We deliver innovative experiences and services in food, facilities management and uniforms to millions of people every day. We strive to create a better world by making a positive impact on people and the planet, including commitments to engage our employees; empower healthy consumers; build local communities; source ethically, inclusively and responsibly; operate efficiently and reduce waste. Aramark is recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Human Rights Campaign (LGBTQ+), DiversityInc, Equal Employment Publications and the Disability Equality Index. Learn more about working here at www.aramark.com/careers or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and X.

Job Description

Every memorable dining experience at Aramark begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. Your passion for managing food preparation with fresh ingredients in Canadian local sourcing as Chef de Partie will inspire your team to create truly spectacular fare.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Chef, Pastry Chef, Executive Sous-Chef, and Sous-Chefs, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 
• Oversee and support Executive Chef and Executive Sous-Chef in synchronizing food preparation tasks
• Read and follow recipes – prepare pastry food items
• Ensure there is sufficiently prepared food quantities to guarantee the banquets run as smoothly and efficiently as possible
• Support all cooks in their planning role, support the culinary team.
• Prepare and plate final food products ensuring an attractive presentation is achieved
• Ensure all food orders are completed in an efficient manner
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of culinary trends and use them where appropriate
• Ensure proper handling of all food products and equipment is maintained, to ensure food safety and kitchen standards are adhered to at all times
• Ensure cleanliness and high sanitation standards are maintained at all times 
• Organize and maintain stock rooms and walk-in refrigerators
• At the end of the shift return all food items to designated storage areas - cover and date all perishable items
• Train Cooks on all aspects of the role, helping to enhance their cooking skills
• Understand and ensure HACCP guidelines are strictly followed.
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to facility recipes and standards. (25%)
• Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations. 
• To monitor production levels with left over to ensure a proper financial return. (20%)
• Liaise daily with departmental Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding production levels. (10%)
• Deputize in the Pastry Chef’s absence and take charge of the kitchen when directed to do so. (10%)
• Understand and ensure HACCP guidelines are strictly followed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Participate in menu design and elaborate production list. (10%)
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in shift briefings
• Strong knowledge of food trends and development of recipes, common food allergies and specific 
preparation
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage. 
• To respect the Aramark standard – health and safety with production ethic. (5%)
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow 
Colleagues.
• Continually strive to improve food preparation and presentations. 
• Have full knowledge of all menu items.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment. 
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards. 
• Act as a role model and be a leader for the culinary team.
• Aspire to be in a sous-chef role in the future to facilitate natural development.
• To have strong communication skills with the team and senior management of the F&B 
department. (20%)
• Foster innovation Leadership skills and training skills in the culinary team
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree from an approved Pastry Training Facility
• Interprovincial Red Seal, Journeyman’s Papers or international equivalent required 
• Previous experience in the Culinary field required, large volume production an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities 
• Highly responsible & reliable 
• Working knowledge with retherm ovens 
• Food Handlers Certification
• Completed clean Criminal Background Check before first day of employmentComputer literate in 
Microsoft Windows applications an asset 
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities 
• Highly responsible & reliable 
• Ability to frequently move about a large facility, which could span several hundred thousand feet, 
to perform work responsibilities, and inspections
• Ability to constantly handle, lift, and operate kitchen equipment 
• Ability to constantly discern food quality and palatability 
• Ability to constantly identify and rectify hazardous situations in the workplace 
• Ability to constantly communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, component management, 
ARAMARK staff, and vendors
• Ability to frequently handle objects weighing 50 lbs or less 
• Ability to frequently withstand high and low room temperatures and handle hot equipment.
• Ability to constantly work irregular hours, nights, and weekends
• 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 
• Completed satisfactory Criminal Background Check before first day of employment

Education