Chef de Partie, Agua 
(19627)

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn. 

Cradled on the cusp of the Baja Peninsula, One&Only Palmilla is a legendary retreat where the marvels of Mexico come to life in ultimate style. The warm Mexican charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

About the Job

As a Chef de Partie, you will play a key role within the culinary team, executing the brand’s gastronomic vision while ensuring the highest standards of quality, presentation, and service at all times.

You will act as an operational leader in the kitchen, overseeing production, ensuring compliance with procedures, and delivering excellence during every service. In the absence of the Sous Chef, you will assume leadership responsibilities within the kitchen.

This role also involves contributing to culinary innovation, team development, and strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and cost control standards, in alignment with corporate guidelines and the FSMS program.

About You

You are a passionate culinary professional with strong leadership skills and exceptional attention to detail. You thrive in fast-paced environments and consistently deliver high standards under pressure.

You are proactive, creative, and results-driven, with a natural ability to develop talent within your team. Your commitment to quality, food safety, and service excellence sets you apart.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate execution of recipes, presentation standards, and service timing.

• Supervise daily production, prioritizing tasks and anticipating operational needs.

• Conduct and oversee line checks to maintain quality standards across all shifts.

• Lead service, ensuring precision in plating, temperature, and timely delivery.

• Implement and follow all FSMS and food safety (SGSA) procedures.

• Ensure proper receiving, storage, rotation, and inventory control of all products.

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper condition of kitchen and storage areas.

• Enforce health, safety, and accident prevention standards within the kitchen.

• Contribute to menu development and innovation, staying aligned with culinary trends.

• Support cost control initiatives, including food cost, labor, and other expenses.

• Lead, coach, and develop culinary team members to achieve high performance.

• Document and follow up on staff performance issues when necessary.

• Ensure team readiness, punctuality, and preparedness for each service.

• Follow all directives from direct supervisors and corporate culinary leadership.

• Perform any additional duties as required by the operation.

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Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within luxury hotels or high-end restaurants.

• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen operations, and food production.

• Experience implementing food safety standards (FSMS, HACCP, or equivalent).

• Proven leadership, organizational, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

• Knowledge of inventory management and cost control.

• Flexible schedule availability.

• Proactive mindset, creativity, and awareness of culinary trends.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.