Gerzensee
Chef de Partie (m/f/d) 100%
- 25 June 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Intermediate), English (Intermediate)
About the job
Are you looking for a new challenge near you? In a modern and innovative establishment? Then apply now!
You with us. A recipe for success.
What you will do
- Independent management of the Cold Kitchen & Pastry station including preparation and production of starters, salads, desserts as well as aperitif and buffet components.
- Participation in the development of seasonal dishes and dessert creations as well as ensuring high-quality and appealing presentation.
- Preparation and execution of banquets, weddings, seminars and special events including organisation and setup of buffets and aperitifs.
- Flexible deployment in various kitchen areas, especially in the hot kitchen as well as at the Entremetier and Saucier stations.
- Ensuring quality, hygiene and HACCP standards as well as responsibility for goods control, inventory management, cleanliness and careful handling of food.
What you bring with you
- Completed training as a cook with a federal certificate of competence (EFZ) or comparable gastronomic qualification.
- Professional experience as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie, preferably in upscale hotels, event or banquet catering.
- Sound expertise in cold kitchen and pastry as well as enthusiasm for high-quality gastronomy.
- Independent, structured and resilient personality with a high awareness of quality, even in hectic situations.
- Team player, flexible and service-oriented, willing to work weekends and with good German and English skills.
What distinguishes you
- Commitment and willingness to perform
- Quality awareness
- Team spirit
- Analytical thinking
- Empathy and communication skills
- Thinking and comprehension ability
Your place of work
The Hotel Schloss Gerzensee, owned by the Swiss National Bank Foundation, offers 57 modern rooms with bath/WC, TV stereo system, direct dial telephone, free Wi-Fi as well as balcony or seating area. For seminars and events, various rooms of different sizes for up to 180 people are available. The gastronomic area includes a guest restaurant, the Orangery and a vaulted cellar bar. The estate includes the castle park and the Gerzensee lake which invite guests to linger.
You work in a 7-day operation, depending on the duty roster. Whenever possible, we avoid split shifts. In the evenings and at weekends, you are available flexibly.
What we offer you - among other things
Feasting: Free, fresh and healthy staff meals
Discounts: Staff rates in SV-managed hotels and discounted meals in our restaurants
Flexibility: Part-time work and job sharing possible, no hourly shifts depending on the operation
Workwear: We provide and clean the staff workwear
Remuneration: Market-based salary and 13th month pay
Family-friendly: 5 weeks holiday, purchase of additional holiday possible, 16 weeks maternity leave
Bonus and vouchers: Employee referral programme, gifts for anniversaries and birthdays
Development: SV Academy with nearly 300 training sessions, courses, further education opportunities and e-learnings
Additional benefits: Various discounts (e.g. at Sunrise, Reka, Migrol, Fleurop, collective insurance CSS/Helsana)
I look forward to your application
Déborah, HR Assistant
Hotel Schloss Gerzensee
Hotel Schloss Gerzensee
The Hotel Schloss Gerzensee (BE) is located on the beautiful Gerzensee nestled in unique nature. 57 modern equipped rooms with beautiful views as well as 17 different event and seminar rooms in the castle and the castle estate are available to our guests. The gastronomic area includes a restaurant, an orangery and a vaulted cellar bar. The hotel also includes a spacious castle garden and a boathouse directly on the hotel-owned Gerzensee lake.