Chef de Partie

AccorHotel • Dallas, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Chef de Partie plans, prepares, sets up, and provides quality food production service for menu items and specials in designated outlets, following standards and plating specifications. The role is responsible for daily operations of an assigned station, including reviewing production sheets with the Sous Chef, preparing or delegating food production, and preparing food-product lists for the Sous Chef’s review and approval. The Chef de Partie directs, trains, and monitors Commis and Demi Chef de Partie team members and participates in developing the culinary skills of junior staff and apprentices.

The position maintains station opening and closing procedures, follows standardized recipes, and ensures food quality and consistency. It also involves minimizing overproduction and waste, rotating, labeling, and storing food appropriately, maintaining clean and sanitary work areas and equipment, and handling food safely in accordance with hotel and government food-safety guidelines. The Chef de Partie uses kitchen equipment safely and as intended, follows departmental policies and service standards, responds promptly to guests’ needs, and liaises with Front of House Managers as needed. The role also supports a clean, safe workplace and participates in health, safety, and hotel environmental initiatives.

Requirements

• Five years of experience as a Commis and Demi Chef de Partie at a full-service hotel or restaurant.
• Ability to work all stations on the line.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Experience and proficiency in different areas of the kitchen.
• Creativity and passion for food and customer service.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Culinary arts diploma or equivalent vocational training.
• Food Handler certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a luxury hotel with comparable service and standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, set up, and provide quality food production service for menu items and specials in designated outlets according to standards and plating specifications.
• Review daily production sheets with the Sous Chef.
• Prepare or delegate production of required food items in accordance with standards.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the assigned station.
• Direct, train, and monitor the performance of Commis and Demi Chef de Partie team members.
• Participate in training junior staff and apprentices in culinary skills.
• Liaise with Front of House Managers as needed.
• Minimize overproduction and food waste, and ensure proper food rotation, labeling, and storage.
• Follow standardized recipes and specifications to maintain consistency and meet standards.
• Ensure station opening and closing procedures are carried out to standard.
• Prepare lists of food products required for the station for the Sous Chef’s order and approval.
• Maintain the organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Follow departmental policies, service procedures, and standards.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment maintenance and correct use; use equipment only as intended and operate it safely.
• Handle, store, prepare, and serve food safely in accordance with hotel and government food-safety guidelines.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge guests regardless of workload or time of day.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment and participate in health and safety initiatives.
• Adhere to hotel environmental policies and initiatives.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Complimentary shift meal.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
• Learning programs through the company Academy.
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a difference through Corporate Social Responsibility activities, such as Planet 21.

What This Job Offers

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