POSITION: Chef de PartieDEPARTMENT: Culinary/KitchenSTATUS OF POSITION: Full-TimeWAGE: Starting at $22.50/hour plus bi-weekly gratuity payBENEFITS: Affordable staff housing, shuttle to and from the Resort and locally and great Resort discounts and perksWhy Deerhurst Resort?Nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Deerhurst Resort can become your new office with a view. Becoming a Host unlocks a world of opportunity to not only grow your hospitality career but yourself as well. On top of the beautiful and relaxing surroundings Deerhurst Hosts enjoy complementary activities such as Golf, Recreation activities, pool and gym access. Discounts on food, clothing and concessions, and hotel stays are just some of the perks available to all Hosts. Affordable staff housing is available on site and includes laundry, internet, shuttle service. Join our team and find out why thousands of people visit Deerhurst every year. Apply to Deerhurst today, Muskoka’s preferred place to work and play.Position SummaryThe successful candidate must be a leader with current culinary skills, experience, and knowledge. This individual must be able to work and lead with a positive attitude, while demonstrating a high standard of culinary skills.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate, plan, organize and supervise the assigned production and teamDevelop and implement standards to enhance the food experience in keeping with food trendsEnsure the established standards are maintained on a daily basisBuild and maintain relationships with food service departments ensuring a common vision is shared to provide exceptional service to our guestsEnsure that all equipment, fixtures, and supplies are kept in good supply and in good repairProvide on-going training, motivation, and guidance as requiredMaintain positive morale within the departmentEnsure all associates work safely taking appropriate action when necessaryMaintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, as well as monitoring that of those who work within the departmentAttend as necessary pre-conference meetings, and ensure all details and expectations are communicated to the culinary teamAdminister monthly inventories for food productSupervise the execution of functions, ensuring they are taking place on time and according to the given guidelines for the group.Supervise colleagues with regards to food presentation, quality of food, presentation and taste of food.Work in compliance with Resort’s health and safety standards and government regulationsParticipate in the creation of kitchen schedules when necessary, controlling daily labour by adjusting schedules based on business demandsEnsure cohesion with other colleagues and work together with stewarding associates to maintain a clean and sanitary environmentMaintain daily temperature audits.Skills, Abilities & AttributesHospitality oriented with a sincere, helpful, caring and friendly personalityAble to work well with others and within a teamAble to take initiative within given guidelinesPays precise attention to detail, order and cleanlinessHas exceptional energy, flexibility and professionalismHas effective communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)Has familiarity with all stations, broiler, pans, garde manger, entremetier etc.Able to adapt in a fast pace, constant changing environment within a dynamic work scheduleAble to maintain composure and objectivity in any situationAble to identify problems and make recommendations for improvementsAble to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objectsEducation & Experience4-6 years experience in a similar sized restaurant, hotel or resort requiredRed Seal Certificate (Journeyman's papers) or recognized international equivalent is an asset.Supervisory experience an assetProvincial Red Seal certificate an assetFood safety training certificate requiredValid Ontario driver’s license and clean driving record requiredThe Perks for All Team MembersGain experience in a fun environmentFree resort pass access: complimentary access to all on site activities and amenities, pool, gym and more!Hotel, retail and restaurant discountsMeet new people and work within a great teamVisa Requirements: Must be eligible to work in CanadaThe above job description is not intended to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills or efforts associated with or expected of the role, but are intended to accurately reflect principal job elements.
