Ernest Restaurant

Chef de Partie (Line Cook)

Named after Chef Brandon Rice's grandfather and nurtured through the pandemic, Ernest is a Michelin-recognized neighborhood restaurant in San Francisco rooted in California's seasonal ingredients and shaped by global influences.

Inspired by Chef Rice's travels, our menu is constantly evolving while remaining grounded in thoughtful hospitality, exceptional ingredients, and refined technique. Since opening in 2021, Ernest has been recognized by the Michelin Guide for its ingredient-driven cooking and commitment to hospitality.

At Ernest, we believe great restaurants are built by great people.

We believe everyone on our team is both a student and a teacher. We value craftsmanship, curiosity, hospitality, accountability, and respect, and we believe the best restaurants are built by people who are committed to continuous learning.

Our goal is not only to build a great restaurant, but to help build great cooks, great leaders, and lasting careers in hospitality. If that resonates with you, we'd love to meet you.

About the Role

As a Chef de Partie, you'll play an integral role in executing a menu that changes with the seasons and reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, hospitality, and continual improvement.

You'll execute your station with consistency, precision, and a sense of urgency while working alongside a team that believes excellence comes from discipline, collaboration, and a genuine desire to learn.

What You'll Do
Station Execution

• Execute your station with consistency, precision, and attention to detail.
• Prepare and cook seasonal dishes while following Ernest's recipes, techniques, and plating standards.
• Taste and evaluate your work throughout the day to ensure quality and consistency.
• Complete daily prep while maintaining organization and efficiency.
• Adapt to changing priorities while remaining calm and organized during service.

Organization & Standards

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation before, during, and after service.
• Properly store, label, date, and rotate all products in accordance with food safety standards.
• Take pride in maintaining your station, equipment, and shared kitchen spaces.

Teamwork

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teammates throughout the day.
• Support your teammates and contribute to a collaborative kitchen culture.
• Receive feedback with humility and use it as an opportunity to improve.
• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, curiosity, and respect.

Qualifications

• One year of professional cooking experience preferred.
• Passion for cooking and a desire to continually learn and improve.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• California Food Handler Card, or the ability to obtain one before employment, preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $20.00 to $25.00, depending on experience.
• Participation in Ernest's tip pool in accordance with applicable law.
• Two consecutive days off each week.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities for continued education, professional development, and advancement.

How to Apply

If Ernest sounds like the kind of kitchen where you'd like to build your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send us your resume along with a brief introduction telling us about yourself, your experience, and why you'd like to join our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ernest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Learn More

Website: www.ernestsf.com

Instagram: @ernest.sf

Michelin Guide: https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/california/san-francisco/restaurant/ernest