Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, part of the LVMH Group, is an emblem of Portofino’s allure. Our elevated escape is perched in the protected Portofino hills, overlooking the glittering Gulf of Tigullio and charming Portofino. We are proud of our legendary past and continue to visualise our heritage of the future. From La Terrazza - one of the most spectacular restaurants in Italy - to our Pool Grill Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, culinary excellence is in our DNA.  

For the next season 2027, we are looking for a Chef de Partie to join the team! 

The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges.  He/she should have exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills. The primary objective is to provide a friendly, attentive, and timely service and to create an exceptional experience for all our guests.  

He/She reports to Executive Chef. 

Main duties & responsibilities: 

• Meal preparation: cooking and preparing food for each service; 
• Maintain safety, health and hygiene standards in all areas of the kitchen; 
• Controls incoming goods and stores them in perfect conditions; 
• Monitors portion and waste control; 
• Performs all duties assigned by the Chef and/or Executive Chef; 
• Coordinate and monitor all Demi and Commis de partie assigned to him/her. 

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of cooking styles, equipments and raw materials processing techniques; 
• At least 3 years of previous professional experience within the same role in a luxury environment;  Tourism or Hospitality degree preferred; 
• Passion for service and ambition to grow professionally. 
• Effective communication, emotional intelligence, adaptability; 
• Collaboration: be able and willing to work as a team player; 
• Drive results: provide genuine and consistent high levels of service by anticipating and exceeding expectations of guests and colleagues; 
• Global perspective: treat each other with respect and inclusiveness regardless of position, level or background; 
• HACCP certification. 
  

Benefits

• We offer seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Level 4,  Chef de Partie; 
• Start date: March 2027 to End date: November 2027, with the aim of a continuous collaboration over subsequent seasons at Splendido and a career path; 
• Monthly gross salary + separate payslip for 13°,14° and TFR; 
• Welfare incentive based on quality goals;   
• Accomodation in double room our staff house including breakfast; 
• Bus ticket as benefit for the contract period;  
• Staff cantine; 
• Discovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages.

About Belmond

Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. We treasure history while looking for the future.   

We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Belmond is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.     

Join us in our journey to redefine the future of luxury, where tradition and innovation meet to create unforgettable moments.