Chef de Partie

Four Seasons; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and vision insurance

Holiday and vacation pay

Daily meals

Uniforms and uniform care

Sick pay and life insurance

Parking discounts

Parental leave pay

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis seeks a Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. You will supervise breakfast, lunch, and dinner prep, ensure quality and safety, and train kitchen staff while maintaining a clean, organized work environment.

Our team delivers luxury experiences. You will work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and collaborate with a renowned chef in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities for growth and development in a world‑class hotel.

Qualifications

• High school education, culinary school education, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum two years of culinary or kitchen experience.
• Advanced culinary knowledge and knife skills.
• Ability to read and follow recipe cards and procedures.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and clean a wide range of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure.
• Supervisory experience or readiness to supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to guest orders with consistent quality following recipe cards, production guidelines, portion standards, and presentation expectations.
• Start advance-prep food items, ensuring production does not exceed estimated needs.
• Train, motivate, recommend discipline, and supervise kitchen employees while ensuring all cultural and core standards are met.
• Operate, maintain, and properly clean all major kitchen equipment.
• Date, rotate, and store all food items according to policy; ensure perishables are kept at proper temperatures; note shortages or out-of-stock items; manage freezer pulls and line setup.
• Assist in corrective actions for food cost issues and support food waste control.
• Comply with Four Seasons' Category One and Category Two Work Rules and the Standards of Conduct in EmPact.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
• Assist with prep work of vegetables and condiments for the next shift as needed.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Knife skills

Read recipes

Multi-tasking

Supervisory

Education

High school / culinary school

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Shining bright in the skyline, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis is connected by Skyway to sports, business and entertainment and is two blocks from the Mississippi River. Inside, discover Mediterranean-inspired dining by award-winning local chef Gavin Kaysen, a wellness floor complete with indoor and outdoor pools and a Spa dedicated to nourishment through nature.

The Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis seeks a Chef de Partie to join our talented culinary team! Be a part of Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis where we foster connection, celebrate character, and develop craftsmanship. Join our uniquely talented team, and we will support you in doing your best work. Whether you're inspired by our culture, incomparable views of the Mississippi River, or our two‑time James Beard Award‑winning, native Minnesotan chef, discover why your future is here.

About the role

Basic Purpose: The Chef de Partie supervises and oversees the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner food items in accordance with guest orders, production requirements, and Four Seasons quality standards-all while maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary work environment.

What you will do

• Prepare food items according to guest orders with consistent quality following recipe cards, production guidelines, portion standards, and presentation expectations. Complete mise en place and set up your station for service.
• Start advance‑prep food items, ensuring production does not exceed estimated needs.
• Train, motivate, recommend discipline, and supervise kitchen employees while ensuring all cultural and core standards are met.
• Operate, maintain, and properly clean all major kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, mixer, slicer, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill, and more.
• Date, rotate, and store all food items according to policy; ensure perishables are kept at proper temperatures; note shortages or out‑of‑stock items; manage freezer pulls and line setup.
• Assist in corrective actions for food cost issues and support food waste control.
• Comply with Four Seasons' Category One and Category Two Work Rules and the Standards of Conduct in EmPact.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co‑workers and supervisors.
• Assist with prep work of vegetables and condiments for the next shift as needed.

What you bring

• High school education, culinary school education, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum two years of culinary or related kitchen experience
• Advanced culinary knowledge and proficient knife skills
• Ability to read and follow recipe cards and procedures
• Ability to operate, maintain, and clean a wide range of kitchen equipment
• Ability to multi‑task and remain calm under pressure
• Supervisory experience or readiness to supervise kitchen staff

What we offer

We care for our team members through competitive compensation packages and the following complimentary, market‑leading benefits:

• Wage: $28.93 per hour
• Comprehensive health and vision insurance
• Discovery Nights at Four Seasons properties around the globe
• Holiday and vacation pay
• Daily meals inspired by award‑winning chefs
• Uniforms and uniform care
• Sick pay, disability coverage, and life insurance

We also offer opportunities for career development and advancement, along with rewards that support work‑life balance:

• Parking discounts
• Staff lounge and cafeteria with city views
• Up to eight weeks of parental leave pay
• Fur baby insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Discounted accommodations at Four Seasons properties worldwide
• Dental coverage at a discounted rate

Learn more about Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Instagram: @FSMinneapolis

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsMinneapolis

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-seasons-hotels-and-resorts/jobs/

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.

Thank you for your interest in working at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis. We look forward to receiving your application!

Four Seasons is an Equal Oppor