About this role
Why Work at Hockley Valley Resort?
Join a team where hospitality, teamwork, and creating exceptional guest experiences are at the heart of everything we do. At *Hockley Valley Resort & Adamo Estate Winery*, you?ll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values your contributions, encourages personal growth, and provides opportunities to develop your career.
As a member of our team, you?ll enjoy an incredible range of employee benefits and perks, including:
- Complimentary golf and skiing privileges
- Access to beautiful outdoor trails, including our bike trails, with bikes available for employee use
- Discounts on dining, retail, and spa services
- Employee travel benefits through Resorts of Ontario and Attractions Ontario, offering savings on accommodations, attractions, and experiences throughout Ontario
- A beautiful four-season resort environment surrounded by nature
Be part of one of Ontario?s premier four-season resort destinations, where every team member plays an important role in creating memorable experiences for our guests. At Hockley Valley Resort, you?re not just joining a workplace?you?re becoming part of a community where teamwork, growth, and hospitality come together.
Position Summary
If you are enthusiastic about self-development and take every opportunity to improve your skills and knowledge, a rewarding and long-term culinary career awaits you as a *Chef de Partie* within our team. We offer a supportive environment with strong potential for career growth.
Key Responsibilities
As a *Chef de Partie*, you will be responsible for running a designated section of the kitchen and reporting directly to the Sous Chef. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes within your specialty section
- Assisting the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in menu creation, recipe development, and dish innovation
- Preparing and handling meat and fish
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Supporting food hygiene and sanitation practices
- Managing and training junior chefs and kitchen staff
- Monitoring portion control and minimizing waste
- Maintaining high standards of kitchen and food safety
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar role
- Awareness of manual handling techniques
- Understanding of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and chemical safety
- Proficient in using standard kitchen equipment and handling sharp/dangerous tools (e.g., knives)
- Competent English communication skills, both spoken and written
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and ability to run a section independently
- Capable of supervising and mentoring junior staff
- Proven ability to produce high-quality food across various kitchen sections
- Strong communication and team management skills
- High attention to detail and presentation
- Eagerness to develop personal and team skills
- Flexible, adaptable, and open to new ideas and processes
- Positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $26.15 per hour
Benefits
- Discounted or free food
- Store discount
Experience
- related: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person