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:
Perched on a rocky promontory high above the Ionian Sea, the iconic San Domenico Palace welcomes you to a 14th-century convent reimagined. Swim in our clifftop infinity pool, stroll in magnificent Italian gardens, soak in the history, savour Michelin-starred dining and escape into a Four Seasons world of timeless beauty.
About the Role:
We currently have an amazing opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Commis de Partie to join our team at San Domenico Palace Taormina, a Four Seasons Hotel. As a member of our culinary team, you will support the Chef de Partie in preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate. You will work alongside a talented team, contributing to the seamless operation of our kitchen while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and hygiene. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to develop their culinary skills in a world-class luxury environment.
About Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts:
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing familiar faces, welcoming new ones, and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Our Company Values define who we are and guide our decisions. The Golden Rule is the foundation of Four Seasons, and we strive to positively impact the communities where we operate and the people we serve.
About San Domenico Palace Taormina, a Four Seasons Hotel:
One of the world’s most legendary hotels, San Domenico Palace invites you to embark on an epic journey into history. With origins dating back to 1374, this former Dominican convent became a hotel in 1896. It has since welcomed illustrious guests such as Oscar Wilde, King Edward VIII, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, and Sophia Loren. As part of Four Seasons, the hotel enters a new era, continuing to provide unparalleled, personalized service.
What you will do
1. According to Guest orders prepare food items of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
2. Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.
3. Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure to not prepare beyond estimated needs.
4. Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill
What you bring
5. High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
6. Ability to operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill. Proficient knife skills and ability to multitask.
7. Work knowledge is generally learned on the job.
What we offer:
8. Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
9. Excellent Training and Development opportunities
10. Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
11. Meals available at our Employee Restaurant
12. Employee Experience initiatives: from annual themed employee party to many ESG events throughout the year
13. Employee Recognition Programs
14. Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
Schedule & Hours:
15. This is a full-time position
16. The candidate must have a flexible schedule and work also on weekends and holidays.
This position is based at the San Domenico Palace in Taormina and the contract is seasonal. You must possess the legal right to work in Italy.