Experienced Line Cook/Chef de Partie

Dexterra Group is a well-established company with a legacy spanning over 75 years, specializing in supporting infrastructure and built assets that are essential to society. The group is comprised of companies that originally operated independently but now collectively serve a significant role by providing expert teams with the appropriate skills to enhance client performance and productivity. Dexterra is known for its experienced and regionally knowledgeable personnel who ensure that operations run smoothly and successfully on a day-to-day basis.

As a service provider, Dexterra Group is deeply committed to quality and efficiency, focusing on delivering exceptional workforce accommodations and food services to its clients. This dedication is evident in their culinary operations, where high standards of food quality, safety, and consistency are maintained at all times. The company values leadership, teamwork, and professional development, fostering an environment where employees can grow and contribute meaningfully to the company’s success.

The role of Experienced Line Cook/Chef de Partie is a critical position within Dexterra’s culinary team, designed for seasoned culinary professionals who excel in high-volume food service environments. This senior production-level role entails leadership of specific kitchen sections, such as hot line, cold kitchen, bakery, prep, or service line, and involves close collaboration with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef. The Experienced Line Cook/Chef de Partie is responsible for preparing, presenting, and serving high-quality menu items based on approved recipes, supporting an operation initially serving approximately 500 guests per day with the potential to scale to over 4,000 meals daily.

In this role, the cook ensures strict compliance with health and safety standards, including adherence to Dexterra’s Food Safety programs and HACCP certification requirements. Providing day-to-day leadership and mentorship to junior kitchen staff is a key component, promoting continuous team development, productivity, and adherence to kitchen policies and procedures. The position demands a professional work style characterized by accountability, excellent communication, organizational skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

Beyond culinary skills, the role requires practical experience across various kitchen stations, such as hot and cold kitchens, and ideally includes skills in pastry, bakery, butchery, and mass-service operations. The Experienced Line Cook/Chef de Partie also supports food preparation planning, portion control, inventory management, and waste reduction efforts. Dexterra values candidates who are proficient with basic Microsoft Office tools and food service systems, with the ability to lead by example and maintain performance standards under a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

This position offers an opportunity to work within a reputable company that endorses equal opportunity employment, promotes diversity, and complies with all legal employment standards. Joining Dexterra means becoming part of a team that is passionate about delivering excellent service and operational success at scale, contributing directly to the company’s mission of supporting vital infrastructure through exceptional food service. The Experienced Line Cook/Chef de Partie position is more than a job — it is a chance to be part of a growing operation where your culinary expertise and leadership will make a tangible impact.