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146 Yonge St, Toronto, ON

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146 Yonge St, Toronto, ON

chef de partie

Toronto, Ontario (view on map)

Posted 13 hours ago

Job Description

1. Key Core Qualifications

• Experience: Typically 2–4 years of commercial kitchen experience, with at least 1–2 years as a Demi-Chef de Partie or Line Cook in a high-volume or premium Italian kitchen.

• Education: A degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or an apprenticeship completion is highly preferred but can be substituted with equivalent proven field experience.

• Certifications: Valid local food safety handling certification (e.g., Food Handler Certificate / SafeCheck).

2. Specialized Italian Culinary Skills & Requirements

A Chef de Partie in an Italian kitchen is expected to possess specific technical skills depending on the station they manage:

• Primi Piatti (Pasta Station):

  • Deep understanding of pasta preparation, including stretching, cutting, and filling fresh pasta (sfoglia, ravioli, tortelloni).

  • Mastery of cooking times for both fresh and dried pasta (al dente precision).

  • Expertise in emulsifying sauces (mantecatura) using pasta water, fats, and cheeses to achieve the perfect coat.

  • Experience executing classic Roman, Bolognese, and regional Italian sauces from scratch.

• Secondi Piatti (Meat/Fish Station):

  • Proficiency in hot-line cooking techniques: searing, roasting, braising (ossobuco, ragù), and grilling.

  • Basic protein butchery and portion control for seafood, veal, beef, and poultry.

• Antipasti & Garde Manger (Cold Station):

  • Knowledge of Italian charcuterie, cheese pairings, slicing techniques, and cold emulsions.

• Forno (Optional but highly valued):

  • Experience managing wood-fired or high-heat deck ovens, dough fermentation, hydration percentages, and pizza-stretching techniques.

3. Operational & Management Requirements

Because a Chef de Partie runs an autonomous section of the kitchen, the role demands strong foundational management skills:

• Station Ownership: Ability to set up (mise en place), maintain, and break down the assigned station independently according to restaurant recipes and presentation specifications.

• Inventory & Waste Management: Responsibility for ordering, receiving, rotating (FIFO), and minimizing food waste within the specific station.

• Line Leadership: Ability to supervise, train, and direct Commis Chefs or Line Cooks assigned to the station, especially during peak service rushes.

• Consistency under Pressure: High physical stamina to stand for long shifts and the mental sharpness to handle heavy ticket volumes while maintaining strict plating standards.