What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef de Partie position at The Restaurant at Blue Rock?
Job Title: Chef de Partie
Salary: $18–$21/hour – commensurate with experience
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week). Wednesday–Sunday
Role: We seek a professional and organized Line Cook to prepare food to the chef’s specifications and set up stations with daily mise en place for both our fine dining tasting menu and more approachable pub menu. The Chef de Partie will work with other team members in the kitchen to execute signature dishes, assisting the executive chef and sous chef with their daily tasks. Successful candidates will be organized, self-motivated, and have problem-solving abilities.
Duties:
- General fundamental skills in all basic techniques and knife cuts.
- A sense of flavor development and evaluation of prep is necessary for this position.
- Daily analysis of station and product to ensure all standards and quality are met.
- Understanding of cooking skills, knife handling, and safety
- Ability to take direction from the Sous Chefs and Executive Chef
- Execute menu items in cooperation with the rest of the staff
- Ensure that food is executed in high quality, and in a timely fashion
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Ability to problem solve and react quickly to any issues which arise during a shift
- Ability to work with speed and efficiency
- Fortitude to work in a fast-paced environment
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- 2-3 years of experience as a line cook, restaurant cook, or prep cook
- Certificate in Culinary Arts preferred
- Experience with a variety of cooking methods and techniques.
- Knowledgeable about best practices in the industry.
Additional requirements:
- Able to walk or stand for long periods.
- Must be able to push, pull, or lift to 50 pounds.
- Must reach items at varying heights (on shelves, on the ground, etc.)
- Ability to work efficiently and maintain cleanliness throughout shifts, meeting all deadlines during service.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 48 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Overtime pay
Ability to Commute:
- Washington, VA 22747 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Washington, VA 22747: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, VA 22747
Salary : $18 - $21