Demi Chef de Partie – Cold Kitchen

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and organized Demi Chef de Partie (Cold Kitchen) to join our culinary team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Working under the supervision of the Chef de Partie, you will prepare and present cold dishes, appetizers and salads that meet our high standards of quality and presentation.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare cold dishes, salads, appetizers and charcuterie items according to established recipes and plating standards.
• Maintain and organize the assigned cold kitchen station, ensuring tools and ingredients are properly stored and accessible.
• Execute precise knife cuts and food preparation techniques to ensure consistency and quality.
• Monitor food quality, temperature and freshness throughout service, discarding items that do not meet standards.
• Assist in menu development and seasonal specials for cold kitchen offerings.
• Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely service during peak hours.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation and hygiene regulations.
• Receive and store ingredients, checking quality and applying FIFO rotation.
• Support the Chef de Partie in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff when required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and communicate stock needs to management.

Required profile

• Proven experience working in a professional cold kitchen or garde‑manger station.
• Strong knowledge of cold food preparation techniques, including salad preparation, charcuterie and appetizer assembly.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency with kitchen equipment and tools.
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety, sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high quality standards.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to consistent plating and presentation.

Required skills

• Knife skills
• Food safety and sanitation
• Inventory management (FIFO)
• Menu development
• Cold food preparation techniques

What we offer

• Employee benefit card with discounted Accor rates worldwide.
• Learning programs through Accor academies.
• Opportunities to develop talent and grow within the property and across the brand.