Employee Dining Chef de Partie

Four Seasons Hotels Ltd; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Complimentary employee meals

Uniform laundering

Staff stays at Four Seasons properties

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a Chef de Partie-Employee Dining to lead daily culinary prep and service, upholding the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. This role supports the kitchen leadership team and mentors junior cooks while delivering exceptional dining experiences for hotel employees.

You will manage station setup, train teammates, monitor portions, and collaborate on menu execution, ensuring cleanliness and efficiency in a fast-paced luxury kitchen.

Qualifications

• Two years of culinary experience in luxury hospitality.
• Strong knife skills and culinary technique.
• Experience mentoring kitchen staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner items to Four Seasons standards.
• Lead station setup and mise en place for service.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Train, coach and support culinary team members.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized kitchen environment.
• Manage inventory, labeling, dating and rotation.
• Support cost control by minimizing waste and maximizing usage.
• Collaborate with kitchen leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary fundamentals

Knife skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

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:

Embark on a journey above the clouds to discover the modern lifestyle of Philadelphia’s first Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel. Feel the tranquility of healing crystals from the moment you arrive at the Five-Star Spa and immerse yourself in rejuvenating treatments as you float above the city in 57th-floor infinity-edge pool. Savour unparalleled fine-dining by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and inventive flavours by local James Beard Award‑winner Chef Greg Vernick. Allow our team to curate your stay with the spirit of Brotherly Love.

About the Role

The Chef de Partie-Employee Dining plays a key leadership role within the Culinary team, overseeing daily food preparation and service while ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. This position supports the kitchen leadership team by coaching and guiding culinary team members while delivering exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items according to Four Seasons standards.
• Lead daily station setup and ensure proper mise en place for service.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion standards throughout each shift.
• Train, coach, and support culinary team members to maintain operational excellence.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment following food safety guidelines.
• Manage inventory through proper labeling, dating, storage, and product rotation.
• Support food cost control initiatives by minimizing waste and maximizing product utilization.
• Collaborate with kitchen leadership and fellow team members to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

What You Bring

• Minimum two years of culinary experience in a hotel, restaurant, or luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong culinary fundamentals, including advanced knife skills and food preparation techniques.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring team members in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package
• Complimentary employee meals
• Complimentary uniform laundering
• Complimentary stays at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide
• Ongoing training, development, and career growth opportunities
• Employee recognition, wellness, and engagement programs

Discounted

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Parking and Septa access
• City Fitness membership

Schedule & Hours

• Full‑time position
• Flexible schedule required
• Primarily supports Employee Dining operations, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and employee events

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

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Aff…? 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://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Aff…? 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-discrimination-illegal