Finestkind Restaurant is a fast-paced, from-scratch breakfast and brunch kitchen awarded 4.5 stars by the Portland Press Herald, and recently earned a spot on their Top 32 Best Restaurants in the Greater Portland Area list. We cure and smoke our own meats, bake bread daily, and take pride in doing things the right way!
We’re seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join the team at our busy restaurant. This is a hands-on role for a cook who takes pride in making people happy.
What You’ll Do:
Set up, maintain, and break down your station for daily service
Take charge of our meat curing program-maple bacon, Canadian bacon, sausages, cured & smoked brisket, and more!
Cook eggs and grill items accurately to temperature and guest specifications
Prepare daily prep lists and execute prep with efficiency and care
Monitor and maintain pars for station items
Execute service pickups with speed and precision
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workstation
Uphold cleanliness and organization in shared kitchen areas
With the restaurant run every day by the chef-owners, you'll learn alongside professional chefs who truly value mentorship.
Qualifications:
Prior line cook experience required; breakfast/brunch and grill experience strongly preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask during busy service
Clear, professional communication during service
Reliable, organized, and able to work independently when needed
Comfortable with early mornings and standing for extended periods
Schedule & Pay
Schedule: 4-5 days per week, Thursday–Monday, early mornings through mid-afternoon
Hours: approximately 40-50 hours/week (seasonal fluctuations)
Pay: range of $20-25/hourly DOE
Health insurance: eligible for full time employees after 90 days, with company contribution
We are closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays (consistent days off)
Why You'll Love Working at Finestkind:
High-standard, from-scratch kitchen
Daytime hours only, evenings off, and consistent days off!
Respectful, supportive, team-oriented work environment, working hands-on with the chef-owners
Free shift meal, and a 25% employee discount
Real opportunity to learn, grow skills and take ownership of your station
Company-contribution towards health insurance after 90 days
If you care about great food and want to be a part of our thriving Saco community, we’d love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Finestkind provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any status, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Finestkind complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Finestkind expressly prohibits all forms of workplace harassment. Essential job functions include standing for sustained periods of time, lifting objects from lower to higher positions, ascending or descending stairs, and bending, crouching, and reaching to low and high places.
