Seasonal Chef de Partie

Discovery Land Company; Town of Amenia (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Employee meals

Referral incentives

Recognition programs

Professional development

Work-family culture

Job summary

Silo Ridge Field Club, part of Discovery Land Company, seeks a seasonal Chef de Partie in Amenia, NY, to join the Culinary Department from May 1 to November 15, 2026. You will lead a station, supervise cooks, ensure quality and safety, and uphold the club’s high culinary standards amidst a busy kitchen.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in hospitality, strong knowledge of safe food handling and ServSafe, and a culinary degree or certificate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of working experience; 2-3 years in fine dining.
• Knowledge of ServSafe and safe food handling practices.
• Preferably culinary arts degree or certificate.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead a section of cooks.
• Assign duties to staff under supervision and instruct them.
• Collaborate with Floor Steward to keep kitchen clean and orderly.
• Maintain personal cleanliness and proper deportment of staff.
• Ensure quality of all food items; supervise to recipes and portion sizes.
• Ensure safe food handling standards are followed by cooks.
• Prevent use of damaged utensils; monitor equipment and par levels.
• Adhere to safety, health, security and loss control policies.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and promptly alert Executive Chef.

Skills

Fine dining experience

ServSafe knowledge

Education

Culinary arts degree or certificate

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Silo Ridge Field Club, set in Amenia, New York.

Silo Ridge Field Club is seeking a seasonal Chef de Partie to join the Culinary Department. This role is available May 1 – November 15, 2026.
In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Able to organize and lead a section of cooks.

• The Chef de Partie assigns in detail, specific duties to all employees under his supervision and instructs them in their work.

• The Chef de Partie works very closely with the Floor Steward, whose duty is to keep kitchen areas clean and orderly. The Chef de Partie insists upon meticulous cleanliness and orderliness.

• The Chef de Partie insists also on personal cleanliness and proper deportment of all employees under their supervision.

• The Chef de Partie is responsible for the quality of all food items prepared in the kitchen. Supervises according to the standard recipes. Constantly checks for taste, temperature and visual appeal. Make sure that all dishes are uniform and that established portion sizes are adhered to as per specifications set out by the Executive Chef.

• Ensure all cooks work according to safe food handling standards.

• The Chef de Partie assures that spoiled or damaged serving utensils are not into use. The Chef de Partie watches particularly for cracked or chipped china, glassware and trains the staff to follow this rule. Brings notice of any non-usable products to the Stewarding Supervisor to record as breakage and insures that par levels of equipment are kept up to date.

• Ensures that all safety, health, security and loss control policies and procedures and Government legislation are adhered to.

• The Chef de Partie checks maintenance of all equipment located in the area supervised. Makes every attempt to prevent the damage of loss of any property. Immediately alerts the Executive Chef so action can be taken.

Qualifications

• Preferably culinary arts degree or certificate
• 5+ years of working experience; 2-3 years in fine dining
• Knowledge of ServSafe and safe food handling practices.

Additional Requirements

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/Schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits

• $25.00 - $27.00 per hour; based on experience
• Medical benefits
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

About Us

Silo Ridge Field Club is a private, gated community situated on 850 acres in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley. Near the towns of Millbrook and Amenia and just two hours outside of Manhattan, this exclusive community is comprised of 300 residences; a world-class 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course; an equestrian center and activity barn; a state-of-the‑art fitness center and field house for sports; wellness, and recreational facilities; and Discovery’s renowned Outdoor Pursuits program. Silo Ridge promises near‑limitless possibilities for unforgettable family recreation. At Silo Ridge, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities. All while providing the highest level of member and guest services and contributing to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://siloridge.com/

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world‑renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one‑of‑a‑kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.