Fooq

About the Company:

Fooq’s is a modern American–Middle Eastern restaurant inspired by the vibrant spirit of mezze-style dining. With a focus on seasonal vegetable and protein plates designed for sharing, our food is bold, expressive, and meant to bring people together. Fooq’s is more than a restaurant — it’s an experience.

Fooq’s is part of We All Gotta Eat!, a multi-unit, multi-concept restaurant group with locations in NYC, Miami, and soon Los Angeles. Our dynamic group includes Michelin-starred restaurants Sushi Noz, Noz 17, Noz Market Omakase, and Chez Fifi a French Basque bistro on the Upper East Side. Our Miami concepts include Eleventh Street Pizza and Fooq’s Little River.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about high-quality cooking, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in leading a station with precision and consistency.

The Chef de Partie will oversee a specific section of the kitchen, ensure dishes are prepared according to standards, and support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in maintaining exceptional food quality and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items consistently, following recipes and restaurant standards.
• Lead and manage your assigned station, ensuring it is fully stocked, organized, and operating efficiently throughout service.
• Train and mentor junior cooks working on your station, providing clear direction and support.
• Monitor preparation and portioning to minimize waste and maintain quality control.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Executive Chef on menu development, specials, and improvements.
• Ensure all food is handled, stored, and rotated properly, following health and safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with the culinary team and FOH to ensure smooth service coordination.
• Maintain the cleanliness of your station and surrounding areas, including proper equipment use and sanitation.
• Assist with inventory and receiving products, ensuring quality, freshness, and proper rotation.
• Support the overall kitchen operation, jumping in to assist other stations as needed to ensure timely service.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 1 year as a Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Background in upscale, high-volume, or refined casual dining preferred.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, station leadership, and kitchen organization.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
• Solid knife skills and familiarity with a wide range of kitchen equipment.
• Miami Food Handler Certification required (or ability to obtain).
• Passionate, disciplined, and committed to culinary excellence.
• Flexible availability evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Frequent bending, reaching, walking, climbing steps, and performing repetitive motions.
• Clear vision, hearing, and communication abilities to execute food preparation safely and accurately.

Fooq’s Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer