Chef de Partie

Job Purpose

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing and supervising a designated kitchen section, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality food in accordance with company standards, recipes, food safety regulations, and guest expectations. The role supports smooth kitchen operations in both restaurant and café environments while maintaining consistency, efficiency, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food according to approved recipes, quality standards, and portion controls.
• Manage and oversee a specific kitchen section (e.g., hot kitchen, cold kitchen, pastry, grill, or café production).
• Ensure all food is prepared and served in a timely manner during service periods.
• Supervise, train, and guide Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, sanitation, food safety, and HACCP compliance.
• Monitor stock levels, minimize wastage, and assist with inventory control and ordering requirements.
• Verify quality and proper storage of all food products and ingredients.
• Ensure equipment is operated safely and report maintenance requirements promptly.
• Support menu implementation, recipe development, and daily production planning.
• Comply with company policies, grooming standards, health and safety regulations, and local authority requirements.
• Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in achieving departmental goals and controlling food costs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent role in a restaurant, café, hotel, or F&B establishment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety standards.
• Experience in high-volume and fast-paced service environments.
• Proficient in inventory control, stock rotation, and waste management.

Core Competencies

• Culinary skills and product knowledge
• Leadership and team supervision
• Food safety and hygiene awareness
• Time management and multitasking
• Quality and attention to detail
• Communication and teamwork
• Problem-solving under pressure
• Cost-conscious mindset

This role requires flexibility to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and peak business periods as required by business operations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person