Chef de partie Cocotte Bistro
Company
Gray Collection
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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via Glassdoor
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Job Description
Operating in the hospitality and restaurant industry for nearly 50 years, Gray Collection is an award-winning group of authentically local hotels and restaurants that offer travelers from around the world the experience of friendly luxury. Our establishments include Maggie Oakes, Jacopo, Vieux-Port Steakhouse, Pincette, Bevo Bar+Pizzeria, Restaurant Gaspar, Terrasse le Perché, Terrasse William Gray, and Terrasse sur l’Auberge.
Cocotte Bistro is looking for a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join its kitchen team. Reporting to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, the Chef de Partie is responsible for managing a specific kitchen station while ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in food preparation and service.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and manage a designated kitchen station during service
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to Cocotte Bistro’s standards
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all plates
• Assist with daily mise en place and prep planning
• Support junior cooks and contribute to a positive kitchen environment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth service
• Contribute to menu execution and continuous improvement of recipes
Profile Requirements
• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Line Cook ready to step up
• Solid culinary techniques and understanding of classic cooking methods
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for quality ingredients and execution
• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Culinary diploma or equivalent experience (an asset)
BENEFITS:
• Group insurance plan with telemedecine
• Group RRSP and DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)
• 50% employee discount at all of our establishments for the employee and up to 3 guests
• Discounts with our business partners (transportation, wellness, leisure)
• Company culture that values employees
• Employee recognition events
• Growing company with opportunities for career development and personal growth
We thank you for your interest. Only individuals selected to be interviewed will be contacted.
In this document, we have made an effort to use neutral language suitable for all individuals, regardless of gender. However, certain terms, job titles, and sentence structures may require us to use the masculine form as a neutral gender. We wish to inform you of this. As we prioritize an inclusive work environment, we welcome all individuals, regardless of gender, to apply.
Cocotte Bistro is looking for a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join its kitchen team. Reporting to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, the Chef de Partie is responsible for managing a specific kitchen station while ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in food preparation and service.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and manage a designated kitchen station during service
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to Cocotte Bistro’s standards
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all plates
• Assist with daily mise en place and prep planning
• Support junior cooks and contribute to a positive kitchen environment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth service
• Contribute to menu execution and continuous improvement of recipes
Profile Requirements
• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Line Cook ready to step up
• Solid culinary techniques and understanding of classic cooking methods
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for quality ingredients and execution
• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Culinary diploma or equivalent experience (an asset)
BENEFITS:
• Group insurance plan with telemedecine
• Group RRSP and DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)
• 50% employee discount at all of our establishments for the employee and up to 3 guests
• Discounts with our business partners (transportation, wellness, leisure)
• Company culture that values employees
• Employee recognition events
• Growing company with opportunities for career development and personal growth
We thank you for your interest. Only individuals selected to be interviewed will be contacted.
In this document, we have made an effort to use neutral language suitable for all individuals, regardless of gender. However, certain terms, job titles, and sentence structures may require us to use the masculine form as a neutral gender. We wish to inform you of this. As we prioritize an inclusive work environment, we welcome all individuals, regardless of gender, to apply.
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