Culinary Chef de Partie

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. The Culinary Chef de Partie operates as a senior execution professional within the kitchen team, partnering closely with the Culinary Head Chef and Culinary Sous Chef to deliver consistent, refined culinary experiences that reflect Rosewood's standard of excellence. At Rosewood Residences Lido Key, we are committed to delivering exceptional, personalized service in a luxury coastal setting. As Culinary Chef de Partie, you bring seasoned expertise and elevated technique to daily kitchen operations. You are a trusted station leader, responsible for the consistent execution of Rosewood's culinary core standards while actively supporting team development and mentoring less experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

Execute assigned station responsibilities with a high degree of technical precision, consistency, and attention to presentation standards; Prepare, cook, and plate dishes in accordance with Rosewood recipe standards, portion specifications, and quality benchmarks; Collaborate with the Culinary Head Chef and Culinary Sous Chef on daily preparation priorities, mise en place planning, and menu execution; Provide active mentorship and guidance to Culinary Demi Chef and Culinary Steward team members, supporting their skill development and adherence to kitchen standards; Accommodate dietary restrictions, food allergies, and personalized resident requests with expertise and care; Support menu development conversations by contributing technical insight and seasonal awareness; 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; Monitor mise en place levels throughout service and communicate proactively to avoid service gaps; Assist with inventory counts, stock rotation, and waste minimization strategies; Support special dining experiences, resident events, and private dining setups as directed; Contribute to a kitchen culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement aligned with Rosewood's values

Requirements

Minimum three years of culinary experience in a luxury, upscale, or fine-dining environment; Demonstrated station ownership and the ability to execute at a high level under service pressure; Food Handler or Food Safety certification required; Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques and presentation standards; Experience with dietary accommodations, allergen-sensitive cooking, and wellness-focused cuisine; Reliable team contributor with the initiative to mentor and elevate colleagues

Nice to have

Culinary Arts degree or diploma; ServSafe certification