Chef de Partie

Bernardus Lodge & Spa Careers

The place to stay, the place to work.
Treating people well is what we do. Come work with us.
Bernardus Lodge & Spa is nestled in sunny Carmel Valley on the famed Monterey Peninsula. We are a Forbes triple-four-star hotel, one of only five hotels in California and eleven in the country with this rating. Not far from the bustle of the city, escape to our near-perfect climate, tranquil setting and rich sense of place within one of Northern California's most artistic towns, surrounded by the picturesque Santa Lucia Mountains.

We are looking for exceptional individuals looking for a challenging and exciting opportunity. We offer competitive pay and industry perks for all employees. Full-time employees are eligible for medical benefits, paid holidays and 401k saving retirement plan with an employer match.
Join our award-winning team. Conde Nast's #1 resort in Northern California wants you to work with us.

SUMMARY:
Assists Chefs in the preparation of breakfast, lunches, dinners, banquets, and special parties, and maintains the food storage and preparation areas.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Assist in the planning, creation, and preparation of meals for the restaurants and banquet menus.
• Assist with food preparation and maintaining cleanliness of Employee Dining Room.
• Monitor food and other product inventory levels and inform Sous Chef when product is in need of being re-ordered.
• Prepares a variety of cuisine utilizing skill and creativity.
• Assist prep and pantry and other duties as needed.
• Ensures that level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistently.
• Assist in maintaining preparation, storage, and holding areas in a clean, neat, controlled, sanitary, and safe condition throughout work shift.
• Ensure work area is clean, organized, and safe; ensures all sanitation procedures are being followed; ensures adherence to all health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Skillfully utilizes hand tools or machines required, reads recipes, measures, cuts, and otherwise works on materials with great precision.
• Support safe work habits and a safe working environment at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One to two years related experience or equivalent.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently as well as as a member of a team.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
• Must be able to read and interpret directions and recipes.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must provide valid document(s) to work in the US.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equal to a GED, or equivalent work experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met successfully to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Must speak and communicate in English.
• Must be able to clearly communicate with management and coworkers.

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:

• Food Handler Certificate

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment at Bernardus Lodge ranges from winter time lows of 20 degrees to summer time highs to 100 degrees. While performing these duties the employee may be exposed to outdoor and inclement weather conditions.

GROOMING & UNIFORM:
Employee must wear uniform at all times during scheduled hours. Uniforms are the property of Bernardus Lodge & Spa. Uniforms that have been tampered or destroyed will be the responsibility of the employee and disciplinary action will apply.

• Hair must be clean and kept at a reasonable length.
• All Food Servers, Culinary and Spa personnel must wear their hair tied back.
• No extreme dying or bleaching of hair is permitted.
• Fingernails must be clean and well-trimmed at all times.
• Antiperspirant or deodorant must be worn.
• Cologne or perfume may be worn at a minimum.

See Employee Handbook for detailed policies.

DISCLOSURE TO JOB APPLICANTS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA CONSUMER PRIVACY ACT (CCPA)
As part of your job application and the Company’s evaluation of your candidacy, the Company collects, receives, maintains, and uses the following types of Personal Information about you for the business purposes identified for each category:
CATEGORY EXAMPLES BUSINESS PURPOSE
Personal Identifiers
Name, alias, postal or mailing address, email address, telephone number, social security number, driver’s license or state identification card number, passport number

1. To comply with state and federal law and regulations requiring; employers to maintain certain records;
2. To evaluate your job application and candidacy for employment;
3. To obtain and verify background check and references; and
4. To communicate with you regarding your candidacy for employment.

Pre-Hire Information Job application, resume, background check results, job interview notes, and candidate evaluation records Same as above
Employment History
Information regarding prior job experience, positions held, names of prior supervisors, reference information, skills and when permitted by applicable law your salary history or expectations

Same as above

Education Information
Information from resumes regarding educational history; transcripts or records of degrees, vocational certifications, licenses obtained

Same as above

If you become employed by the Company, the Company will notify you of additional categories of Personal Information that it collects, receives, and maintains for business purposes.