Demi Chef de Partie

About the role

Viya, the UAE's leading golf and hospitality group, is hiring a Demi Chef de Partie for its Food & Beverage kitchen in Dubai. Reporting to the Head Chef/Executive Chef, the role supports the Chef de Partie and the senior kitchen team in preparing food to the required quality, hygiene and brand standards, keeping mise en place ready, assisting during service and ensuring food safety compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Check daily business requirements at the start of each shift with the Chef de Partie or senior chef, covering reservations, functions, covers and special requests
• Prepare food to standardized recipes and portion control guidelines, using fresh produce and avoiding over- or under-production
• Support the Chef de Partie during peak service with cooking, plating and service delivery
• Assist with receiving deliveries, storing goods correctly and following FIFO rotation, labeling and dating items
• Maintain a clean, hygienic workstation and follow HACCP and Municipality food safety regulations
• Control waste, report shortages, spoilage or quality issues and help reduce food cost
• Deputize for the Chef de Partie when required and attend training, briefings and meetings
• Take part in club committees and projects, and be trained as a Fire Marshall or First Aider

Required profile

• Hotel school qualification or equivalent
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role in a reputable hotel or hospitality operation
• Strong teamwork and willingness to support senior chefs
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• Clear communication and willingness to learn and take direction

Required skills

• Basic culinary knowledge of food preparation techniques
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and HACCP procedures
• Attention to detail and quality consistency