Chef de Partie

Hilton; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated Chef de Partie to oversee food preparation and staff. This role is pivotal in ensuring that guests receive high-quality meals while maintaining excellent hygiene standards. The Chef de Partie will contribute to cost control and work collaboratively with the kitchen team. With a commitment to exceptional service, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team that creates remarkable dining experiences. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and team leadership, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as Chef de Partie or strong experience as Demi Chef de Partie.
• Relevant trade qualification and strong coaching skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure high levels of food preparation.
• Assist with food cost controls and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Coaching Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Team Motivation

Positive Attitude

Education

Trade Commercial Cookery Qualification

NVQ Level 3

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A Chef de Partie is responsible for supervising staff and ensuring high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting with food cost controls.

What will I be doing?

A Chef de Partie will supervise staff and ensure high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Chef de Partie will also be required to assist with food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

1. Ensure all food preparation meets standards
2. Prepare and present high quality food
3. Supervise staff
4. Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination
5. Prepare all mis-en-place for all relevant menus
6. Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
7. Ensure food stuffs are of good quality and stored correctly
8. Contribute to controlling costs, improving gross profit margins, and other departmental and financial targets
9. Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
10. Assist Head Chef/Sous Chef in the training of all staff in compliance with company procedures
11. Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
12. Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
13. Be environmentally aware

What are we looking for?

A Chef de Partie serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

1. A minimum of 2 years of previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie role
2. A current, valid, and relevant trade commercial cookery qualification (proof may be required)
3. Strong coaching skills
4. Ability and desire to motivate teams
5. Excellent communication skills
6. NVQ Level 3
7. Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
8. Supervisory experience
9. Positive attitude
10. Ability to work under pressure
11. Ability to work on own or in teams

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

1. Previous kitchen experience in a similar role
2. Intermediate Food Hygiene
3. Knowledge of current food trends

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!