Demi Chef de Partie - Pastry

About the role

Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach, a luxury five-star hotel in Jumeirah Beach Residence, is hiring a Demi Chef de Partie for its pastry kitchen. The hotel sits on The Walk promenade and offers 444 rooms and suites with views of the Arabian Gulf, Bluewaters Island and the Palm Jumeirah. The position is full-time and permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain departmental performance standards according to the Departmental Operations Manual and hotel policy.
• Follow the standard recipes and preparation methods for every menu item in the kitchen.
• Ensure a consistently high standard of food preparation and presentation, meeting guest expectations.
• Keep work areas, kitchen equipment and utensils clean and hygienic.
• Assist in implementing food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP and Dubai Municipality regulations.
• Help keep food costs acceptable and minimise wastage using FIFO procedures.
• Train commis and support colleagues on kitchen standards; treat complaints of harassment and discrimination promptly and confidentially.
• Take part in scheduled meetings, briefings and training, and adapt to changes in the Food and Beverage function.

Required profile

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, or equivalent professional kitchen experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years of kitchen experience, preferably in 4- or 5-star hotels or international restaurants.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume kitchen and to stand for long periods in a hot environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Stamina to lift up to 20 kg, bend and carry equipment; manual dexterity for knives and utensils.

Required skills

• Technical cooking skills in the pastry section.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and UAE food safety regulations (Dubai Municipality / ADAFSA).
• Ability to multitask in a rigorous-standard environment.