Luxury Hotel Chef de Partie - Lead a High-Volume Kitchen

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont New Orleans is seeking a Chef de Partie to own an assigned kitchen station, lead culinary production, and ensure excellence in preparation and presentation. You will work closely with the culinary team to support restaurants, banquets, in-room dining, and hotel events.

The role requires strong technical cooking skills, a minimum of two years in professional kitchens, and a commitment to food safety and HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of professional cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and remain composed during high-volume service.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an assigned kitchen station and ensure it is prepared, organized, stocked, and operational for each service period.
• Lead the execution of assigned menu items and culinary production according to recipes and standards.
• Prepare and cook food with precision while maintaining proper temperature, seasoning, texture, and presentation.
• Maintain mise en place and monitor inventory, rotation, and handling of food products.
• Coordinate with Sous Chef and other culinary leaders to ensure timely and high-quality service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Fairmont New Orleans is seeking a Chef de Partie to own an assigned kitchen station, lead culinary production, and ensure excellence in preparation and presentation. You will work closely with the culinary team to support restaurants, banquets, in-room dining, and hotel events.

The role requires strong technical cooking skills, a minimum of two years in professional kitchens, and a commitment to food safety and HACCP standards.