About this Banquet Chef de Partie role at Four Seasons
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Here at Palm Beach Island’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond resort, the feel is timeless, charming, and intimately connected to our private beachfront just steps beyond our front door. Every detail and memorable experience tells the story of the warmth and spirit of our iconic island. Dining at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is an experience in and of itself, with inspiration drawing from a Michelin star collaboration and the local elements. The crowning jewel of the Resort is Florie’s, the only restaurant and bar in the United States in partnership with Mauro Colagreco, recently recognized as Best of the Best in The World's 50 Best Restaurant awards. Write the next chapter of your career in an authentic Palm Beach paradise.About the role:
The Banquet Chef de Partie is responsible for leading assigned banquet culinary operations and supporting the preparation, production, and presentation of food for meetings, weddings, social celebrations, and special events. This role coordinates daily mise en place and production while providing guidance to cooks and ensuring all dishes are executed according to established recipes, presentation standards, and event requirements. This position is part of the Culinary team and reports to Culinary Leadership.
What you will do:
- Supervise and support daily culinary production for banquet functions and special events
- Coordinate mise en place, prep lists, production, and station setup based on event requirements
- Prepare and execute menu items according to recipes, production standards, portioning, and presentation specifications
- Ensure food is prepared and delivered according to event timelines while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency
- Lead, guide, and support cooks during preparation and event execution
- Communicate closely with Culinary and Banquet leadership regarding event requirements, menu items, production needs, shortages, and special requests
- Assist with the creation, preparation, and execution of banquet menus and specials
- Maintain strong working knowledge of multiple kitchen stations and provide operational support where needed
- Ensure consistency in recipes, plating, garnishing, and presentation across banquet functions
- Monitor mise en place, pars, storage, and product availability to ensure readiness for upcoming events
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
- Properly label, store, and rotate food products while following established food safety standards
- Ensure kitchen equipment is operated, maintained, and cleaned properly
- Provide instruction, encouragement, and coaching to culinary team members
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and Four Seasons standards
What you bring:
- High school diploma required; culinary school, apprenticeship, or culinary institute education preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of culinary or related professional kitchen experience
- Previous banquet, catering, hotel, resort, or high-volume culinary experience preferred
- Previous kitchen leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Advanced culinary knowledge and strong understanding of food preparation and presentation
- Experience supporting high-volume production while maintaining quality and consistency
- Strong proficiency in knife skills and culinary techniques
- Ability to work across multiple kitchen stations and adapt to changing event needs
- Ability to operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment
- Strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to obtain required food handling or sanitation certifications
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, event-driven culinary environment
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary & Wages
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Excellent Training and Development Opportunities
- Complimentary Accommodations at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
- Complimentary Employee Meals
Schedule & Hours:
- Full-time schedule with flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Schedule may vary based on banquet functions, weddings, meetings, and special event business
Work Authorization:
- Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States at the time of application.
