Marchesi 1824 Chef de Partie
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Posted
- Mar 23, 2026
About Marchesi 1824
Marchesi 1824, part of the Prada Group, operates historic Milanese pastry shops and food & beverage venues integrated with Fondazione Prada. The brand combines Milanese culinary tradition with contemporary creativity, delivering refined gastronomy and elevated service within a luxury, culturally engaged environment.
Marchesi 1824 — Milan: Chef de Partie at Ristorante Torre. Join Prada Group to deliver high-standard culinary service and lead a kitchen station.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage the operational activities of an assigned kitchen station: prepare mise en place, follow recipes and grammages, and ensure consistent portioning and plating.
- Coordinate and supervise demi-chefs and commis de partie to ensure efficiency, organisation and adherence to brigade procedures during service.
- Maintain and monitor ingredient quality, reporting anomalies or shortages to the Sous Chef / Executive Chef and ensuring alignment with the restaurant’s standards.
- Control storage, stock rotation and contribute to inventory activities to minimise waste and support timely procurement.
- Execute service according to timing and operational priorities, guaranteeing consistency in taste, presentation and portion sizes.
- Ensure strict compliance with HACCP and food-safety procedures and the correct use of professional kitchen equipment.
- Participate in operational briefings and training sessions; support the professional development of junior kitchen staff and help maintain a collaborative, high-performance brigade.
Qualifications
- Solid knowledge of culinary techniques and professional kitchen operations.
- Proven ability to manage a station and to supervise/mentor demi and commis staff.
- Strong organisational skills with the capacity to prioritise under pressure.
- High attention to detail, discipline and respect for brigade hierarchy.
- Commitment to quality, consistency and the brand’s culinary standards.
- Familiarity with HACCP and food-safety regulations.
Skills
Experience
Proven experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in upscale or fine-dining environments; prior experience as a Chef de Partie, station cook or senior commis with responsibility for supervising junior staff is expected.
Education
Culinary school diploma or equivalent professional training; substantial on-the-job experience may be accepted in lieu of formal qualifications.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Culture
Marchesi 1824 blends historic Milanese craftsmanship with contemporary innovation within the Prada Group ecosystem, fostering a creative, international workplace focused on excellence. Teams are motivated by curiosity and craftsmanship, and the organisation promotes inclusivity and professional development.
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