SAFFRON NOLA, (JAMES BEARD NOMINATED BEST NEW RESTAURANT 2018 + BEST CHEF SOUTH 2024) is looking for a Chef de Partie. He or she will prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Line cook duties will consist of assisting the executive and executive sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

Join a progressive-focused team that actually cares while being in a happy work environment! Come learn a new cuisine with two consecutive days off along with the best family meals in town. We offer competitive pay with medical benefits and 401K available!

Responsibilities

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies

• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)

• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff

• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions

• Clean up station and put away leftover food

• Stock inventory appropriately

• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion

• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards

• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Requirements

•Proven cooking experience in Indian or Asian cuisine, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook

• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures

• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

• Familiar with industry’s best practices