Chef de Partie - The Inn at Little Washington

The Inn at Little Washington • Washington, VA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Inn at Little Washington, located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world since 1978. It holds prestigious awards including Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award, and is a member of Relais & Chateaux. The Chef de Partie (CDP) position is responsible for daily preparation and execution of service on their assigned station. This role requires an overall understanding of timelines, product needs, flavor combinations, and the expectations for each dish as directed during prep and service. CDPs are expected to have fundamental skills and be able to work quickly and efficiently with other team members in a focused and organized manner. This position is an entry-level to leadership role within the IALW brigade, with individuals expected to have a strong desire to learn and grow within the kitchen environment. Depending on the level (CDP 3, 2, or 1), the role involves varying degrees of leadership and oversight of other cooks.

Requirements

• General fundamental skills in all basic techniques and knife cuts
• A sense of flavor development and evaluation of prep is necessary for this position

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1-2 years professional experience cooking, preferably at a Michelin level (for CDP 3 and 2)
• Minimum of 2-3 years professional experience cooking, preferably at a Michelin level (for CDP 1)
• Associate degree in culinary arts

Responsibilities

• Daily mise en place and execution of cookery/plating for service
• General cleaning and sanitation duties as directed by culinary management
• Daily analysis of station and product to ensure all standards and quality issues are met
• Responsible for any project delegated to station by CDP1 or CDP2 as needed for the dinner menu
• Ordering of prep from AM as needed and along the guidelines presented by a CDP 1 or manager
• Oversight of CDP 3 if working on a team section
• Ordering of prep from AM and raw product from management team as menu dictates
• Oversight of CDP 2 and CDP 3 if working on a team section

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees