Chef de Partie – Baker

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It’s the perfect work/life combination.

Join a distinguished culinary team at a Michelin One Key-awarded hotel (two years in a row) as a Pastry Chef de Partie. This entry-level leadership role offers the opportunity to develop your skills, mentor junior staff, and uphold the highest standards of quality and consistency. Guided by our “Make It Count” credo, you will be dedicated to your craft, contributing to a culture of growth, passion, and excellence. If you are committed to advancing your culinary career in a fast-paced, world-class environment, this role is the ideal next step.

Starting Rate: $26.93 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $32.47.

Job Duties Include:

• Assist the Chefs with the day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Prepare and bake a wide range of breads, rolls, sourdoughs, laminated doughs, and specialty baked goods
• Ensure proper fermentation, proofing, and baking techniques are applied at all times
• Manage kitchen expenses within hotel budget guidelines, focusing on minimizing labor costs, food costs, waste, and unnecessary expenses.
• Train, mentor, and lead all cooks below Chef de Partie level in daily duties and expectations.
• Take ownership of station readiness, organization, and performance during service, ensuring standards are upheld through direction and oversight
• Provide real-time coaching and corrective feedback to junior pastry cooks to maintain consistency and craft standards
• Actively contribute ideas, opinions, and suggestions during daily shift briefings.
• Delegate and participate in the preparation, cooking, and service of all food items for à la carte and buffet menus, ensuring adherence to recipes and standards.
• Submit work orders for equipment repairs as needed.
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