Ched de Partie

Beyond Grad • Napa, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This placement opportunity is designed for individuals seeking to develop their culinary skills and gain experience in a professional kitchen environment. The program is structured into several phases, including orientation, introduction to U.S. Culinary Standards, Culinary Skills Development, and Culinary Skills Implementation. Each phase offers hands-on instruction, mentorship from experienced chefs, and opportunities to rotate through various kitchen sections. The goal is to help trainees refine their skills, achieve proficiency in diverse culinary disciplines, and build confidence in their abilities, ultimately contributing to the kitchen's success.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a post-secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry OR
• Have a hospitality degree and at least 1 year of recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside of the USA) OR
• Have 5 years recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside the USA)
• Shown consistent career growth over the last years
• Shown serious commitment to your most recent employers

Responsibilities

• Receive an orientation to the company and the local community, including learning about customers, culture, business strategies, payroll, local training areas, housing, and transportation.
• Receive computer training on company systems.
• Receive an orientation to the local community, including cultural centers, volunteer opportunities, local sporting events, and entertainment venues.
• Receive hands-on instruction and mentorship from experienced chefs.
• Rotate through various kitchen sections, including hot grill, garde manger, entremetier, sauté, pastry, banquet, and butcher.
• Learn and demonstrate specific culinary techniques.
• Receive personalized feedback from mentors.
• Ensure adherence to best practices and safety standards.
• Participate in regular practice sessions and one-on-one guidance.
• Refine skills and achieve proficiency in diverse culinary disciplines.
• Build confidence in culinary abilities.
• Focus on culinary mastery in assigned kitchen sections.
• Contribute to the kitchen's success through programmatic growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree