Line Cook / Chef de Partie

BAAN LAO FINE THAI CUISINE, awarded the Best Restaurant in Canada 2024 by the World Culinary Awards, the Best Destination Restaurant in Canada 2025 by Canada's 100 Best, and recently, #12 and Best in West Canada 2025 by the North America's 50 Best Restaurants, is led by Proprietor / Executive Chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng.

We feature a multi-course, exquisite Royal Thai cuisine inspired by local and seasonal ingredients and organic ingredients from the Kingdom of Thailand. At the very heart of Baan Lao, is Chef Nutcha's 80 years old Organic Rice Farm in Khon Kaen, Thailand. Our team is committed to offer an impeccable service and gracious hospitality. We are seeking a talented, personable, and intelligent to join our team. 

If you have strong confidence attention to detail and thrive in a fine dining environment, we would like to hear from you.  

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Chef de Partie.  You are responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation of high-quality dishes in a timely, efficient, and sanitary manner. The role involves working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining organizational skills, safety standards, and teamwork. You will assist in training, and support daily kitchen operations, contributing to a consistent and exceptional culinary experience for members and guests.

Key Responsibilities  

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes in your assigned section.
• Daily preparation of food items in pantry, fry, and/or other stations.
• Set up your station according to restaurant guidelines and maintain cleanliness throughout the shift.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Restock items as needed during service.
• Use, maintain, and clean all kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare dishes for members with food allergies or dietary restrictions.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene, including proper storage, covering, and temperature control.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• Report accidents, incidents, or equipment issues according to proper procedures.
• Serve food at proper portion sizes and temperatures.
• Adhere to regulations regarding sanitation, fire safety, bloodborne pathogens, and safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Contribute to banquets, catering events, and special functions as needed.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff and mentoring junior team members.
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications & Requirements

o minimum of 2 years experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in fine dining or specialty in Thai or Asian cuisine. o Culinary degree or diploma preferred, or equivalent professional experience.: o Knowledge of safe food handling practices (Foodsafe certificate). o Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills. o Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment. o High attention to detail and commitment to culinary excellence. o Ability to lift up to 30  lbs and work in a high-heat kitchen environment. o Flexible and adaptable with strong interpersonal skills to work in a diverse team. o Proficiency with basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, email) is an asset.