Job ID

78170

Job Title

Chef de Partie (Bistro)

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/08/26

Job Type

Seasonal

Close Date

2026/09/01

Employee Group

SEIU Hospitality

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Department

Hospitality Operations

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Chef de Partie

Salary Range

$26.90 - $26.90 (hourly)

Job Code

000934

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Target Number of Openings

2

Hours per Week

40

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Facility/Work Station (if applicable)

Bistro

Campus Location

Mary Keyes Residence

Classification

Chef de Partie

Position

Chef de Partie

Full-Time or Part-Time

Seasonal Full Time, 40 Hours per week

Hourly Wage Rate

$26.90 per hour

Plus, benefits and RRSP contribution

Anticipated Normal Work Schedule

Monday – Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm

NOTE: This schedule is subject to change. Incumbent may be required to work weekends and evening hours. This schedule may require you to take up to 1-hour unpaid meal breaks depending on schedule.

Summary

Must have Red Seal, Certificate of Qualification with a minimum 1-year practical experience as Chef de Partie.

Must be able to work in very busy environment keeping up with customer demands with a focus on front line customer service.

Must adhere to Hospitality Policies and procedures.

Required to work all stations and perform all duties at Bistro including, but not limited to, scratch cooking, protein portioning and control, working on charcoal grill, using stone pizza oven, and gardmanger.

Communicate with customers and co-workers effectively, greet customers in a friendly and courteous manner.

Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards in work area, including scheduled equipment and unit cleaning.

Ensure all product is stored, retrieved and stock is properly rotated (FIFO).

Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a consistent basis.





Ability to work well as a team member and independently.

Organize and coordinate work in a timely manner with little supervision.

Multi-task with efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Plan and coordinates the efficient production of high-quality food and menu items. Help maximize profitability by knowing and constantly adhering to menu and recipe specifications as directed by Chef Manager.

Completes all preparation and log sheets as required.

Refer to Chef de Partie .

Education & Experience

Minimum of 4 years experience in the food service industry.

Must have good communication, reading, writing and English skills.

Ontario Post Secondary Diploma or equivalent is required.

How to Apply

Please apply in person to:

Main Office - Hospitality Services

Commons Building, Room 116

Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm

How To Apply To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion,



who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

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