Chef de Partie - F&B

About the role

Rixos AL-Mairid, a Rixos property in Ras Al-Khaimah, is looking for a full-time Chef de Partie for its kitchen. The role supervises and coordinates the preparation of mise en place for all F&B outlets, works closely with the Sous-Chef and Chef de Cuisine, and ensures high standards of food quality, hygiene and guest service.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate and take part in preparing mise en place for all F&B outlets, checking Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs on hygiene and personal standards.
• Control freshness, preparation techniques and storage of goods, and check incoming ingredients against order sheets and receiving records.
• Prepare and compile staff meals, and set up work rosters in consultation with the Sous-Chef.
• Take orders from the Sous-Chef, control cooking procedures, portioning, garnishing and presentation, and ensure hot dishes leave the kitchen at the correct temperature.
• Write daily wine, dry store and food requisitions and kitchen transfers with the Commis, and check that food orders are prepared efficiently and within a reasonable time.
• Keep utensils, equipment, tables and fridges clean, and ensure staff use kitchen equipment properly.
• Monitor costs, recommend cost-control measures, and help establish an integrated cost management plan through product lining and minimal inventories.
• Review monthly forecasts, assign responsibilities to subordinates and check their performance, and identify and develop young talent.
• Handle guest complaints promptly, report incidents to the Sous-Chef or Chef de Cuisine, and follow health and safety, fire prevention and evacuation procedures.
• Attend weekly Food & Beverage meetings, departmental and hotel trainings, and keep departmental manuals up to date.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in vocational hospitality.
• 5-7 years of experience in a 4-5 star hotel.
• Previous hotel industry experience is beneficial; general knowledge of the food and beverage industry and kitchen skills are an advantage.
• Able to learn and grow in the role, with good personal skills.