Chef de partie - il palagio restaurant

Luogo di lavoro: Firenze

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:

An urban retreat steeped in historic beauty. Stroll the city's biggest private garden - a tranquil haven of statues, fountains and centuries-old trees - or retire to your suite where frescoes line the walls amid original architectural features. Our historic Hotel, with its Michelin-starred Italian restaurant and a locally inspired Spa where you can spend afternoons in pure indulgence, is just steps away from the cultural heart of Florence.

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join our Team at Il Palagio, our Michelin-starred restaurant.

Il Palagio offers an elevated dining experience that blends classic Florentine flavors with contemporary creativity. Guests enjoy thoughtfully curated tasting menus paired with exceptional Italian wines from our cellar, each selection chosen to enhance every course. During the warmer months, dinner moves to our open‑air terrace, where views over one of Florence's largest private gardens create an unforgettable setting

About the role: 

The Chef De Partie is responsible for supervising and overseeing the preparation of food items for guest orders ensuring consistent quality. This role requires a special talent and passion for ensuring the culinary team delivers the highest of culinary consistently, and ensuring that our food offering is at the center of our guest experience.

What you will do:  

• Ensure our guests consistently receive the highest level of service excellence  

• Follow production, portion and presentation standards  

• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment 

• Assist in setting up plans and actions to control food waste 

• Develop and mentor the team 

 

What you bring: 

• + 2 years as culinary experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel or Michelin-starred restaurant

• A creative flair and bring your personal touch and energy to all our food and beverage experiences 

• Ability to provide guidance to others 

• Fluency in Italian. Knowledge of English would be considered a plus

Schedule & Hours:

This is a full‑time and seasonal position with shift-based scheduling. All applicants must have valid authorization to work in Italy at the time of application.