Pastry Chef de Partie

At The Rimrock it is our vision is to be the most desired hospitality experience in the Canadian Rockies for guests and employees alike.

We welcome colleagues like an extension of our guests — individuals who travel from around the world to explore the Canadian Rockies. As an employee, you will live and work with a very diverse team in one of the most beautiful settings in the world, creating unforgettable memories on and off duty. Learn more at: https://www.rimrockcareers.com/career-opportunities

Starting Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour 

The Pastry Chef de Partie is the team leader and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Pastry Kitchen. The Pastry Chef de Partie is the first point of contact for Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs and supports them in their culinary development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review the daily production sheets with team
• Prepare, and when required, delegate the production of food items
• Actively participate in the training of culinary skills to junior staff
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications and prepare, season, and cook food following special dietary instructions where required
• Prepare list of food products required for station and give to Sous Chef to order
• Ensure that station opening and closing procedures are carried out to standard
• Keep over-production and food waste to a minimum by ensuring proper rotation, labelling and storing of food
• Ensure a clean and organized work station including fridges/freezers, countertops, and stovetops
• Ensure adherence to all sanitation and food production and storage procedures and codes
• Assist with the enforcement of Health & Safety protocols and ensure a clean and safe working environment for all staff
• Completion of other related tasks as assigned

• Culinary degree and 4 years of baking and/or pastry OR 7 years of related baking and/or pastry experience
• Experience and proficiency in both small and large scale baking operations Previous experience in a leadership role in the kitchen
• Valid food handler certificate
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position
• Self-motivated
• Able to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler

Inclusion & Diversity

We want every employee to feel valued, appreciated, and free to be themselves at work and in housing. Banff National Park draws individuals from all around the world to visit, work, and live. Our location naturally fosters a diverse workforce and new employees can see themselves represented throughout the hotel, regardless of cultural origin, gender identity, religion, physical abilities, sexual orientation or age. As an organization, we know we can always strive to be better and intentional acts of inclusion are key to achieving our mission.