Chef De Partie

Al Safadi Hospitality; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Safadi Hospitality in Dubai seeks a Chef de Partie to own a kitchen section and deliver authentic Lebanese dishes with precision and flair. You will ensure consistency in taste, portion control, and presentation while coordinating with the team to meet service timelines.

We value strong technical cooking skills, prior section management experience, and the ability to guide Commis Chefs under pressure in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years as Chef de Partie or similar section-chef role.
• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Experience running a specific kitchen section (e.g., grill, sauce, cold kitchen, pastry).
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, HACCP.
• Ability to guide Commis Chefs and manage section workflow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within assigned section.
• Maintain consistency and quality reflecting Lebanese hospitality.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion specifications, and presentation standards.
• Manage section workflow, minimize waste and meet service timing.
• Support and guide junior kitchen staff and teammates.

Skills

Technical cooking

Section management

Under pressure

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or culinary certification

Job description

Al Safadi Hospitality is a leading hospitality group renowned for delivering exceptional culinary experiences and authentic Lebanese hospitality. Our growing portfolio includes Al Safadi Restaurants, Oventine, and Table 25, with exciting new hospitality concepts and retail brands currently in development.

As we continue to expand across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, we are looking for passionate and skilled culinary talent to join our kitchen teams and contribute to the consistent, high-quality food experiences our brand is known for.

Role Description

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Chef de Partie to take ownership of a specific section of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes within their section, ensuring consistency and quality that reflects our commitment to authentic Lebanese hospitality. This role requires strong technical cooking skills, section management experience, and the ability to perform efficiently under pressure.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar section-chef role, preferably within a hotel, restaurant, or hospitality group.

Education: Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts is preferred.

Section Expertise: Proven experience running a specific kitchen section (e.g., grill, sauce, cold kitchen, pastry) with strong technical cooking skills.

Kitchen Standards: Ability to follow standardized recipes, portion specifications, and presentation standards while maintaining consistency and quality.

Food Safety: Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (HACCP).

Operational Skills: Experience working in a high-volume kitchen with the ability to manage section workflow, minimize waste, and meet service timing.

Team Coordination: Ability to guide and support Commis Chefs within the section.

Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, and a positive team-oriented attitude.