Chef de Partie

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • Puerto Rico, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Chef De Partie to supervise and oversee the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner food items per guest orders or as assigned by kitchen management in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

Requirements

• High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years culinary or related work experience.
• Advanced culinary knowledge is expected for this position.
• Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill.
• Proficient knife skills and ability to multi-task.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the preparation of food items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
• Train, motivate, recommend discipline, and supervise the work of kitchen employees ensuring that all cultural and core standards are met.
• Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables; assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per policies.
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
• Market-leading pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Savings Plan)
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
• Complimentary dry cleaning for business clothing
• Complimentary employee meals
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
• Culinary, retail and wellness experiences at special rates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED