Bar Crenn Chef de Partie

Crenn Dining Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with generous company match

Dining Discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team Trips to Bleu Belle Farm

Job summary

Crenn Dining Group in San Francisco is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our dynamic culinary team under Chef Dominique Crenn. This role focuses on California cuisine with an innovative approach and a commitment to pushing culinary boundaries.

You will work in Bar Crenn's kitchen, collaborating with the lounge and dining teams, handling prep, cooking to recipes, and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment. Must have culinary training and leadership skills; weekends required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-end restaurant.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training.
• Deep understanding of French cuisine and a passion for culinary innovation.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests.
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends.
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives.
• Ability to communicate effectively to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction.
• Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Culinary degree

French cuisine

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

At Crenn, we are guided by our values of humanity, sustainability, artistry and equity. We create culinary experiences that challenge convention with a planet first mindset. Seeking to keep these values at the forefront of everything we do, we are committed to inclusion at all stages in our operation, from the purveyors we work with to the team we hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

At Bar Crenn, the kitchen reimagines the cocktail bar experience through refined small plates rooted in French technique, exceptional ingredients, and a spirit of creativity. Each dish is designed to stand on its own while complementing one of the country's leading beverage programs, creating a dynamic and collaborative approach between the kitchen and bar.

Guided by Chef Dominique Crenn's culinary vision, Bar Crenn offers an environment where precision, curiosity, and hospitality come together to create an experience unlike any other in San Francisco.

The Lounge at Bar Crenn is a reflection of the excellence cultivated in the kitchens of Dominique Crenn. Both classic cocktails and innovative creations are developed with bespoke ingredients and high-end craftsmanship by our Director of Mixology, Florian Thireau. New cocktails are constantly crafted and offered as a limited release weekly. Our à la carte food menu complements our cocktail list, offering small plates influenced by Japanese & French cuisines. Walk-ins are welcome in our lounge.

Full Time

Location: Bar Crenn

Wage Range : $20- $23 per hour plus tips

Reports to : Executive Chef

401K with generous company match

Dining Discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team Trips to Bleu Belle Farm

Crenn Dining Group is seeking a skilled and passionate Chef de Partie to join our dynamic culinary team. Under the visionary leadership of Chef Dominique Crenn, our restaurant is celebrated for its innovative approach to California cuisine, pushing the boundaries of culinary artistry. If you are a talented and ambitious chef with a passion for pushing the boundaries of culinary creativity, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Qualities & Skills Required

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-end restaurant
• Culinary degree or equivalent training
• Deep understanding of French cuisine and a passion for culinary innovation
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Essential Functions

• Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces