Vacanza Romana - Chef de Partie

Mimosa House LLC; California; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Vacanza Romana is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. You will be responsible for preparing and executing menu items to Vacanza Romana’s standards while maintaining consistency, organization, cleanliness, and food safety throughout each service.

Candidates must have evening availability with Friday and Saturday availability required. This role supports the kitchen leadership and collaborates with front-of-house to ensure timely service.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or in a similar culinary role.
• Experience in upscale, high-volume Italian-inspired dining environments is a plus.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of professional cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency across dishes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain an assigned kitchen station during service.
• Prepare, cook, and plate items according to recipes, specs, and presentation standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and ensure the station is fully prepared before service.
• Maintain quality, portions, seasoning, and presentation.
• Communicate with the Chef, Sous Chef, and kitchen team; support others.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Italian-inspired restaurant experience

Knife skills

Food safety practices

Teamwork

Education

California Food Handler Card

Job description

Description

Vacanza Romana is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. This position is ideal for a skilled cook who takes pride in their craft, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and is ready to take ownership of their station while supporting the overall success of the kitchen.

As a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for preparing and executing menu items to Vacanza Romana’s standards while maintaining consistency, organization, cleanliness, and food safety throughout each service.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain an assigned kitchen station throughout service.
• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and ensure the station is fully prepared before service.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portioning, seasoning, and presentation.
• Communicate effectively with the Chef, Sous Chef, and other members of the culinary team.
• Assist with receiving, storing, labeling, rotating, and properly handling food products.
• Follow FIFO procedures and help minimize food waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and company procedures.
• Monitor product levels and communicate prep or inventory needs to kitchen leadership.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties.
• Support and guide less-experienced kitchen team members when needed.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure timely and accurate service.
• Maintain composure, organization, and attention to detail during high-volume service.
• Perform additional kitchen duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Line Cook, or similar culinary position preferred.
• Experience in an upscale, high-volume, or Italian-inspired restaurant environment is a plus.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of professional cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and execute dishes consistently.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain quality under pressure.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift and carry kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Valid California Food Handler Card or ability to obtain one as required.

Availability

Vacanza Romana is a dinner-focused restaurant. Candidates must have evening availability, with Friday and Saturday availability required. Weekend and holiday availability may also be required based on business needs.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their station and understands that consistency is essential in an upscale kitchen. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, receptive to coaching, and committed to delivering the same high-quality dish for every guest.

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Position: Chef de Partie
Restaurant: Vacanza Romana