Chef de Partie

SingleThread Farm - Restaurant - Inn
Healdsburg, California
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details Compensation + Benefits

Pay: $16.50 per hour plus gratuities (approximately $75,000 - $80,000 per year)*
Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
Paid Time Off - Including Vacation, Sick and Mental Health Time Off
401(k) w/ company discretionary match
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program - 6 free counseling sessions annually for you and your household members
Employee Dining and Wine Discounts
Daily Family Meal
Customized Educational Opportunities
Opportunity for Advancement within the Vertice Portfolio
Referral Bonuses
Uniform

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Chef de Cuisine, the Chef de Partie I is responsible for executing daily mise en place and ensuring a smooth culinary service for the restaurant and all related guest experiences. This role plays a key part in maintaining the quality and consistency of all products within the assigned section. In addition to daily kitchen responsibilities, the Chef de Partie I may have occasional direct interaction with guests. As such, a demeanor that reflects warmth, genuine hospitality, and a proactive willingness to assist is essential to upholding the restaurant's high standards of service and enhancing the guest experience.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Understanding & Upholding Standards
- Deep understanding of the restaurant's quality requirements and expectations.
- Ensure all ingredients and food items meet the restaurant's quality and freshness standards.
- Communicate any discrepancies (missing or subpar items) promptly.
Daily Operations & Scheduling
- Prioritize daily tasks with the team (Chef de Parties, Commis, Externs/Stages).
- Ensure mise en place is prepared efficiently, accurately, and to the restaurants standard.
- Maintain consistency, organization, and efficiency in production.
Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Support the training and mentorship of junior team members.
- Lead by example and assist in creating a positive, productive work culture.
- Participate in employee meetings and contribute to menu ideation sessions.
Documentation & Menu Development
- Maintain a current recipe book and technique journal.
- Participate in menu development when invited.
- Ensure compliance with company documentation procedures.

Cleanliness, Safety & Maintenance
- Ensure the kitchen remains clean, sanitary, and safe at all times.
- Monitor and maintain equipment cleanliness and condition.
- Take action to resolve any safety, cleanliness, or operational issues immediately.
Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with all team members.
- Work collaboratively with the team and leadership to maintain high standards.
- Be proactive in addressing and resolving issues or concerns.
Flexibility & Commitment
- Willingness to work variable shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
- Open to performing additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS

Minimum 2+ years of experience in a fine dining restaurant.
High school diploma
Additional education, training, certificates, or experience may be required.
Commitment to quality, excellence, and genuine hospitality
Passion for creating unique guest experiences
Ability to provide warm, humble, and knowledgeable service
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong task and time management abilities.
Willingness to continue learning about food preparation
Willingness to work as part of a high-energy, efficient team in a fast-paced environment.
Availability to work nights, weekends, extended hours, and holidays.
Basic math and computer skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND/OR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely and successfully with federal, state, and local standards
Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to physically maneuver through work areas; bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, climb stairs and steps, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment

KEY COMPETENCIES

To have a positive impact, taking responsibility and initiative to resolve issues, always clearly communicating with leadership team and team members
To be decisive, accepting responsibility for making things happen, thinking ahead, and developing contingency plans
To be an active listener, remaining present and open, providing verbal, non-verbal, and supportive feedback, and showing our respect and empathy with one another.
To be motivated and committed, approaching all tasks with enthusiasm and seizing opportunities to learn new skills or knowledge in order to improve your performance
To be flexible, responding quickly and positively to changing environments
To maintain high team focus via cooperation and support to other team members in the pursuit of department goals
To be a positive role model and demonstrate the ethos of Kyle, Katina, and the management team

Each of the items listed is considered to be an essential function of the role. However, this list should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities of the position. Vertice Hospitality reserves the right to alter the duties of this role.

* The above represents the expected pay range for this position, that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

Vertice Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Vertice Hospitality is committed to hiring a diverse workforce, sustaining an inclusive culture, fostering an environment of continual improvement, and offering opportunities for growth and career development. Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($16.50) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program

Required Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Strong Attention to Detail

Basic Knife Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Menu Development

Effective problem solving skills

Recipe Development

Teamwork and Collaboration

Food Safety Knowledge