Culinary Demi Chef

The Culinary team is at the heart of delivering Rosewood Residences' exceptional dining experiences, combining creativity, precision, and passion to create memorable moments for every resident. Working within a refined residential culinary environment, the team is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality, presentation, and personalized service. The Culinary Demi Chef is a developing culinary professional who holds station accountability while maintaining the flexibility to support the team across multiple areas of kitchen operations, contributing to seamless service and a collaborative kitchen culture. At Rosewood Residences Lido Key, we are committed to delivering exceptional, personalized service in a luxury coastal setting. As Culinary Demi Chef, you are stepping into greater ownership of your craft. You hold an assigned station and are accountable for its consistent performance, while also cross-training across kitchen functions to build versatility and deepen your understanding of the full culinary operation. Your growing technical ability, attention to detail, and team-first attitude make you a valued contributor to every service.

Responsibilities

Own and maintain an assigned kitchen station, taking accountability for preparation, execution, quality, and cleanliness throughout every service period; Prepare and cook dishes in accordance with Rosewood recipe standards, portion guidelines, and presentation specifications; Cross-train across additional kitchen stations and functions to develop versatility and support team coverage needs; Collaborate closely with the Culinary Head Chef and Culinary Sous Chef to align on daily priorities and mise en place requirements; Accommodate dietary restrictions, food allergies, and personalized resident requests accurately and with care; Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards; Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature control at all times; Communicate proactively with teammates regarding mise en place levels, service flow, and any operational needs; Support Culinary Steward team members through on-the-job guidance and example-setting within the kitchen environment; Assist with inventory, stock rotation, and waste reduction practices as directed; Participate in special dining experiences, resident events, and private dining setups as required; Actively pursue skill development opportunities and embrace feedback as a pathway to growth within the culinary team

Requirements

Minimum one to two years of culinary experience in a hospitality, food service, or upscale dining environment; Demonstrated ability to hold station ownership and execute consistently under service pressure; Food Handler certification required; Working knowledge of fundamental culinary techniques, knife skills, and kitchen safety practices; Ability to follow recipes and standard operating procedures accurately and consistently; Positive team contributor with a willingness to cross-train and support operational needs

Nice to have

Culinary Arts degree or diploma preferred; equivalent professional or vocational training considered