Chef de Partie

Four Seasons; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Accommodations

Employee meals

401(k)

Dry cleaning

Job summary

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a designated kitchen station at Florie's, reporting to the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs. You will supervise and support daily kitchen operations, coordinating mise en place, production and service to ensure top-quality dishes.

Ideal candidates have a culinary degree or equivalent, 5–6 years of experience, and strong leadership with excellent organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership and ability to supervise line cooks.
• Strong knife skills and station management.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support daily kitchen operations for an assigned station.
• Lead and guide line cooks, monitor performance and procedures.
• Coordinate mise en place, prep lists, production and station setup.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation and storage standards.
• Assist in training, mentoring and developing culinary team members.
• Support menu updates, recipe development and plating standards.
• Manage requisitions, inventory and food cost controls.
• Delegate duties and ensure cleaning and checklists are completed.

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:

Here at Palm Beach Island's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond resort, the feel is timeless, charming, and intimately connected to our private beachfront just steps beyond our front door. Every detail and memorable experience tells the story of the warmth and spirit of our iconic island. Dining at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is an experience in and of itself, with inspiration drawing from a Michelin star collaboration and the local elements. The crowning jewel of the Resort is Florie's, the only restaurant and bar in the United States in partnership with Mauro Colagreco, recently recognized as Best of the Best in The World's 50 Best Restaurant awards. Write the next chapter of your career in an authentic Palm Beach paradise.

About the Role:

The Chef de Partie is a key supervisory member of the Florie's Culinary team, responsible for leading a designated kitchen station while ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation. This role oversees and supports line cooks, coordinates daily production, and contributes to training and development initiatives. The Chef de Partie reports to the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs.

About Florie's

Florie's is an extraordinary culinary collaboration between Four Seasons and Mauro Colagreco, the visionary chef behind the three-Michelin-starred Mirazur, recognized among the world's most celebrated restaurants. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors, local ingredients, and live-fire cooking techniques, Florie's delivers a unique dining experience that blends innovation, creativity, and exceptional hospitality. The restaurant serves as the culinary centerpiece of Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach and reflects the resort's commitment to world-class dining experiences.

What You Will Do:

• Supervise and support daily kitchen operations for an assigned station, ensuring high-quality execution for all meal periods
• Lead and guide line cooks, monitoring performance and ensuring all standards and procedures are followed
• Coordinate daily mise en place, prep lists, production, and station set-up for efficient service
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and storage standards
• Ensure consistency in recipes, portioning, garnishing and presentation
• Assist in training, mentoring, and developing culinary team members, including new hires
• Support menu updates, recipe development, and plating standards in collaboration with culinary leadership
• Manage requisitions, inventory, and food cost controls within established guidelines
• Delegate opening and closing duties and ensure completion of cleaning and operational checklists
• Maintain a positive, professional work environment and step in to lead operations in the absence of management

What You Bring:

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Minimum 5-6 years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen
• Advanced culinary knowledge, techniques, and leadership capability
• Strong proficiency in knife skills and station management
• Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring team members
• Ability to operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment
• Strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills
• Food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent preferred)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Complimentary accommodations at other Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms
• Complimentary employee meals
• 401(k) retirement plan

Schedule & Hours:

Flexible schedule required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Work Authorization:

Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States at the time of application.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimi