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Senior Chef de Partie - EventsOliver & Bonacini Restaurants • Toronto, Canada
Senior Chef de Partie - Events

Senior Chef de Partie - Events

Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants • Toronto, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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The Senior Chef de Partie is a highly experienced culinary professional responsible for the execution, leadership, and quality control of high‑volume events style service. This role requires advanced technical skill, deep organizational ability, and the capacity to lead teams under pressure while consistently delivering food that meets luxury hospitality standards. The Senior Chef de Partie acts as the operational backbone of events production and service.

THE DAY TO DAY:

  • Culinary Execution & Quality Control

Execute and oversee the production of large‑scale events menus, including plated, buffet, reception, and specialty custom events.

Maintain exceptional consistency, presentation, and flavour across high‑volume service

Ensure accurate execution of menu specifications, recipes, portioning, and plating standards

Taste and evaluate food throughout production and service to ensure quality

  • Leadership & Team Oversight

Lead, mentor, and direct cooks, and temporary staff during prep and service

Serve as the senior culinary presence on the line during service

Model professionalism, calm leadership, and strong kitchen discipline

  • Operational Planning

Participate in planning production schedules for multiple concurrent events

Coordinate closely with Sous Chefs, Pastry, Garde Manger, and Stewarding teams

Anticipate service challenges and proactively adjust workflow

Support menu development and test new banquet items as required

  • Food Safety & Compliance

Enforce strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards

Ensure proper handling, storage, labeling, and temperature control of food

Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchens and storage areas

Uphold all local health regulations and company policies

  • Inventory & Cost Awareness

Monitor waste, yields, and portion control during production

Assist with inventory management, receiving, and proper stock rotation

Report shortages, quality issues, or equipment concerns promptly

  • Service Excellence

Support front‑of‑house teams during service when required

Respond professionally to last‑minute changes, VIP requests, and time‑critical situations

Uphold the property’s standards of refined service and guest satisfaction

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10+ years of professional cooking experience, with extensive high‑volume event experience
  • At least 3–5 years in a senior or leadership role within large kitchens
  • Strong mastery of classic and modern cooking techniques
  • Proven ability to execute flawless service for events ranging from 50 to 1,000+ guests
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • In‑depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Culinary diploma or equivalent professional experience preferred
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada
  • Skills & Competencies

Exceptional time management and multitasking ability

Calm, decisive leadership under pressure

High level of attention to detail and presentation

Strong work ethic and reliability

Ability to train, motivate, and hold team members accountable

Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays

Collaborative, solution focused, positive attitude

  • Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods

Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs

Comfortable working in fast‑paced, high‑heat kitchen environments

Why This Role Is Senior

This position is not simply executional—it is leadership‑driven. The Senior Chef de Partie is trusted with the success of large‑scale events, acts as a decision‑maker during service, and represents the Chef’s standards on the floor.

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