Chef de Partie – Luxury Hotel Kitchen

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our dynamic culinary team at a luxury hotel in Dubai. In this leadership position you will oversee a specific kitchen station, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation while upholding the highest standards of safety and hygiene.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the assigned kitchen station, preparing dishes according to recipes, presentation standards and organisational guidelines.
• Oversee ingredient preparation, sauces, garnishes and mise en place, maintaining strict portion control and quality.
• Train, mentor and develop junior kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety and HACCP procedures.
• Maintain inventory for the station, monitor stock levels, minimise waste and optimise cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and other departments to ensure seamless kitchen operations and efficient service delivery.
• Contribute to menu development, offering innovative ideas while maintaining consistency with brand standards.

Required profile

• Degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3‑4 years of relevant experience in a luxury hotel or fine‑dining establishment.
• Completion of a kitchen apprenticeship or professional chef training (minimum 1 year).
• Strong knowledge of advanced cooking techniques and culinary practices.
• Proven leadership and team‑management experience, including training staff.
• Ability to work under pressure, maintain attention to detail and adapt to high‑volume service periods.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience using kitchen management systems.
• In‑depth knowledge of HACCP and food safety procedures.