Concessions Chef de Partie

The Concessions Chef de Parties will create memorable experiences through high-quality food and superior customer service. This role involves leading and training staff, developing and standardizing recipes, and supporting the management team. The Concessions Chef De Partie will also be responsible for menu planning and research and development for all concession outlets, ensuring quality control and fostering strong relationships with the main kitchen production team.

Our Mission | Take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places

Our Values | Effective collaboration and communication, honesty and integrity, customer focus, safety, and conservation

What you will do:

• Create exceptional experiences through high-quality food and superior customer service.
• Ensure all food handling and sanitation procedures are strictly followed.
• Lead and train staff, develop recipes, and support the management team.
• Standardize recipes for all food items and train line staff accordingly.
• Plan menus and conduct research and development for all concession outlets.
• Create daily specials and innovate new menu items.
• Oversee quality control for products delivered from the main kitchen.
• Foster strong relationships with the main kitchen production team.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work areas and storage areas, including countertops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including the zoo's health and safety program.
• Place work orders as necessary to maintain kitchen operations.
• Support other kitchen positions in need of assistance.

What you will bring:

• 3 or more years of experience in a culinary environment is required
• Valid Driver's License is required
• Food Safety Training Certificate is required
• Red Seal Certification is preferred
• Supervisory experience an asset. Strong preference given to those with experience in mid to large sized operations
• Previous experience with menu engineering and food cost controlling methods
• Strong leadership and customer service skills
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Ability to operate golf carts and 1-tonne panel trucks
• Previous experience requisitioning and ordering inventory

Working Conditions:

• Able to work in fast pace environment
• Exposure to hot & cold elements
• Periodical exposure outside the kitchen on zoo grounds
• Consistent exposure to flora and fauna on zoo grounds
• Flexible work schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), walking and standing for long periods of time required

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues.

What the Zoo Offers:

• Competitive compensation, vacation and flex days entitlement
• Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account
• Employer matching RRSP program
• Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
• Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit plan
• A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals

Are you ready to join one of Canada's leaders in wildlife conservation? If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.

Apply by doing the following;

1. Watch this video about the conservation work being done at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J1VH1MBXm0)
2. Submit your resume with an optional cover letter via our online application system.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

If this position is a fit for you, we encourage you to apply with a resume and cover letter online by January 27, 2025 at 4pm MST.

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo strives to cultivate a workplace in which everyone feels welcome and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. As a conservation organization, we respect and value the diversity of all life and come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the organization's mission and vision. We recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive.

All candidates are thanked for their applications and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.