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Chef de Partie Position San Diego Fine Dining

52K–73K
Onsite · San Diego, California
Posted July 25, 2026
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Overview

Lucien opens a 30-seat fine dining restaurant in La Jolla offering a tasting menu inspired by Chef Elijah Arizmendi's Californian cuisine. The role requires an ambitious individual to maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment. This position offers full-time employment with competitive compensation and the chance to work in a prestigious setting.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Build and lead a specific kitchen station overseeing mise en place and equipment maintenance
  • 2Drive consistency in food quality and presentation across all dishes served
  • 3Manage inventory levels and ensure proper storage of seasonal ingredients
  • 4Maintain immaculate cleanliness throughout the kitchen workspace
  • 5Implement service protocols that exceed guest expectations
  • 6Collaborate with sous chefs and front-of-house staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences
  • 7Optimize workflow efficiency during peak service periods
  • 8Train new hires on kitchen standards and operational procedures
  • 9Analyze sales data to identify trends and improve menu offerings

Requirements10

  • 12+ years working in a fine dining or Michelin-starred kitchen
  • 2Certified in CPC Card or equivalent culinary certification
  • 3Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • 4Strong communication skills with a customer-centric mindset
  • 5Experience with AWS cloud infrastructure for kitchen management systems
  • 6Familiarity with React for digital ordering platforms
  • 7Knowledge of Kubernetes for scalable kitchen technology solutions
  • 8Passion for Spark and Airflow in data processing environments
  • 9Ability to relocate to La Jolla before start date
  • 10Commitment to maintaining 5+ years of hands-on culinary experience

Salary Insight

$52 - $73k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Diego, California

Required Skills

Culinary ArtsMise En PlaceStation UpkeepInventory ManagementCookingFast‑Paced EnvironmentAttention To DetailGuest Interaction
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